Lemon Shrimp Pasta

This light yet satisfying meal combines tender shrimp and zesty lemon flavors for a vibrant, refreshing pasta dish.

Ingredients

12 oz pasta

1 lb shrimp (about 16-20 large shrimp, peeled and deveined)

1 cup snap peas (trimmed)

1 pint halved cherry tomatoes

2 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp butter

3 cloves garlic minced

3 tbsp Kings River Lemon juice (from about 1-2 lemons)

1 tbsp Kings River Lemon zest (from 1 lemon)

1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth

1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley (for garnish)

Grated Parmesan cheese for topping

instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
Drain the pasta, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water for later. Set the pasta aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Season the shrimp with salt, pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes (if using).
Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, until they are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the snap peas and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until they are bright green and slightly tender but still crisp.
Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet with the snap peas and cook for another 2 minutes, until they start to soften.
Pour in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and broth. Stir to combine, scraping up any bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the sauce simmer for 1-2 minutes to reduce slightly.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to combine. If the sauce seems too dry, add a little of the reserved pasta water to loosen it up and create a silky sauce.
Add the cooked shrimp back into the skillet and toss everything together gently to combine.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, lemon juice, and Parmesan.

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