Best 9 Healthy Garlic Shrimp Pasta Recipes

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Welcome to a culinary journey that blends the bold flavors of garlic and shrimp with the comforting embrace of pasta. Our healthy garlic shrimp pasta recipe is a symphony of tastes and textures, featuring succulent shrimp sautéed in a luscious garlic sauce, tossed with al dente pasta, and adorned with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. This dish is not only a treat for your taste buds but also a testament to the power of simple, wholesome ingredients.

In addition to the classic garlic shrimp pasta, this article offers a delightful array of variations to suit every palate. Craving a touch of spice? Try the spicy garlic shrimp pasta, where a pinch of chili flakes ignites a fiery dance on your tongue. For a creamy indulgence, the creamy garlic shrimp pasta envelops the shrimp in a velvety sauce, creating a rich and luxurious experience. And if you're looking for a lighter option, the lemon garlic shrimp pasta brightens the dish with a burst of citrus, balancing the flavors with a refreshing twist.

These recipes are not just culinary creations; they are stories waiting to be told. Each variation has its own unique character, offering a different chapter in the tale of garlic shrimp pasta. Embark on this culinary adventure and discover the recipe that resonates with your taste buds, creating a memorable dining experience that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GARLIC SHRIMP PASTA



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Garlic butter, prepared in the microwave, is the secret to this easily and quickly prepared dish. This recipe is really great whether you are having dinner with the family or with friends.

Provided by Lisa

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Shrimp

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound vermicelli pasta
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pound medium shrimp - peeled and deveined
3 tablespoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water with vegetable oil until al dente.
  • Meanwhile, place the shrimp in boiling salted water for 3 to 5 minutes, just until they turn pink. Cooking time will depend on the size of the shrimp. Remove the tails, and place in a bowl of warm water.
  • In a microwave safe bowl, mix butter or margarine and minced garlic. Microwave on high for 45 seconds, or until melted. Stir.
  • Drain pasta, and transfer to a serving dish. Toss with garlic butter and shrimp. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.2 calories, Carbohydrate 42.9 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 19.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 127 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

GARLIC SHRIMP PASTA



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A quick and easy garlic shrimp pasta recipe with lemon, fresh or frozen vegetables, and white wine. Delicious, budget-friendly, and healthy!

Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated

Categories     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces whole-wheat linguine
1 pound fresh or frozen raw shrimp (peeled, tails removed (if frozen, thaw in the refrigerator overnight before using))
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (divided)
1 shallot (peeled and diced)
5 cloves garlic (minced)
1/2-1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (divided (use less if sensitive to spice; 1 teaspoon will have a good kick))
1 teaspoon kosher salt (divided)
1 teaspoon black pepper (divided)
24 ounces mixed vegetables ( of your choice, fresh or frozen. If frozen, thaw and drain)
1/4 cup dry white wine (such as Sauvignon Blanc (or substitute low-sodium chicken broth))
Zest and juice of 1 large or 2 small lemons
3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese (plus additional as desired)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (plus additional as desired)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente, according to package directions. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water, drain remaining water, and then toss with a bit of olive oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, rinse the shrimp and pat dry. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallot and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 1 additional minute. Add the shrimp, and then sprinkle with half the amount of red pepper (1/4 or 1/2 teaspoon depending upon your desired spice level), 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Sauté, stirring to coat with garlic, just until cooked through (both sides will be pink and opaque), about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove to a plate and set aside.
  • Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium high. Add the vegetables and the remaining 1/4 or 1/2 teaspoon red pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Cook until the vegetables are hot and lightly sautéed, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the white wine and return the shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 2 minutes, allowing the wine to reduce. Stir in the lemon zest and juice and remove from heat.
  • Add the pasta to the skillet and toss. If the pasta is too dry, add a bit of the reserved pasta water. Serve warm, topped with Parmesan and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 (of 4), Calories 460 kcal, Carbohydrate 55 g, Protein 38 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 173 mg, Sodium 554 mg, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 5 g

SKINNY GARLIC SHRIMP PASTA



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Set sail for something new and amazing! Our better-for-you Skinny Garlic Shrimp Pasta is the perfect way to explore new flavors for the family. We've made it simple to pack a whole lot of flavor into every bite.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 oz uncooked multigrain angel hair (capellini) pasta or spaghetti
4 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
1 1/2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
3 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
1 1/2 lb fresh medium shrimp, peeled, deveined and tail shells removed
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup dry white wine or Progresso™ reduced-sodium chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1/4 cup Progresso™ reduced-sodium chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • In 5-quart saucepan or Dutch oven, cook pasta as directed on package. Drain; return to saucepan. Stir in spinach, tomatoes and 2 teaspoons of the oil. Cover to keep warm.
  • While pasta is cooking, in 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat remaining 1 teaspoon oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir 1 minute. Add shrimp, garlic and pepper flakes; cook and stir 2 minutes.
  • Stir in wine, broth, salt and pepper; cook 2 minutes or until shrimp are pink and firm. Remove from heat; stir in parsley and butter until butter is melted. Add shrimp mixture to pasta mixture in saucepan; toss to mix.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 165 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 4 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 260 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

EASY GARLIC-SHRIMP PASTA



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A quick and easy shrimp and garlic pasta recipe that always impresses my guests!

Provided by JLWright

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Shrimp

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
¾ cup unsalted butter
2 ½ tablespoons olive oil, or to taste, divided
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
3 tablespoons capers
1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 lemon, quartered

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes.
  • While pasta is cooking, heat butter and 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, making sure not to burn, about 2 minutes. Add shrimp, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes; add tomatoes and capers. Cover and cook over medium-low heat until shrimp are completely pink, about 3 minutes more.
  • Drain the penne and return it to the empty pot; toss with 1/2 tablespoon olive oil. Keep warm.
  • Pour 1 inch of water into a pot and add a steamer basket. Bring water to a boil and add asparagus. Cover the pot and steam until al dente, about 3 minutes.
  • Scoop 1/4 of the spaghetti onto a plate. Add 1/4 of the asparagus and 1/4 of the shrimp mixture, making sure to include the butter sauce as well. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve with a lemon wedge. Repeat with remaining spaghetti, asparagus, shrimp, Parmesan, and lemon wedges for each serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 951.7 calories, Carbohydrate 91.9 g, Cholesterol 272.9 mg, Fat 49.8 g, Fiber 8.1 g, Protein 41 g, SaturatedFat 25.7 g, Sodium 598.4 mg, Sugar 6 g

ONE-POT LEMON GARLIC SHRIMP PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



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This easy 30-minute pasta recipe transforms ingredients that you already have in your kitchen into a posh, seafood dish you'll want to serve at your next dinner party. And since the whole dish is made in a single pot, clean-up is easy. Don't be surprised if this becomes your favorite quick go-to.

Provided by Robert Broadfoot

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 oz linguine
2 tablespoons olive oil
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 stick
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 ¼ lb large shrimp
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
4 cups baby spinach
¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large pot, boil water and add pasta. Cook (stirring frequently) until al dente.
  • Drain and set pasta aside.
  • In the same pan, heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter. Add garlic and crushed red pepper, cook until fragrant.
  • Toss in shrimp, salt and pepper to taste, and stir until shrimp start to turn pink, but are not fully cooked.
  • Add oregano and spinach, cook until wilted.
  • Return cooked pasta to the pot, add remaining butter, parmesan, and parsley. Stir until well mixed and the butter is melted.
  • When the shrimp are cooked, add lemon juice, mix once more, then serve while hot.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 648 calories, Carbohydrate 48 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 36 grams, Sugar 2 grams

LEMONY GARLIC SHRIMP WITH PASTA



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This is a very elegant dish good for a nice simple meal. Tasty and pretty enough for company, but my husband and I enjoy it as a nice weekend meal. The brining of the shrimp takes the longest, but is very easy and improves the taste and texture of the shrimp.

Provided by Dan'ish

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Shrimp     Shrimp Scampi

Time 2h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

¾ cup kosher salt
1 gallon cold water
2 pounds peeled and deveined large shrimp (21 to 30 per pound)
1 (16 ounce) package angel hair pasta
¼ cup unsalted butter
¼ cup olive oil
3 tablespoons minced garlic
⅓ cup white wine
¼ cup lemon juice
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon lemon zest

Steps:

  • Dissolve the kosher salt in 1 gallon of water in a large pot. Add the shrimp, and refrigerate 2 to 4 hours. Drain and pat shrimp dry with paper towels.
  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the angel hair pasta, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through but is still firm to the bite, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Stir in the garlic, and cook until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the shrimp, white wine, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Cook and stir until the shrimp is no longer translucent in the center, about 6 minutes. Stir in the black pepper, parsley, and lemon zest before tossing with the angel hair pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 502.2 calories, Carbohydrate 44.9 g, Cholesterol 250.8 mg, Fat 20.1 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 33.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 11829.4 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

HEALTHY GARLIC SHRIMP PASTA



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This is an amazing little recipe, I just threw together tonight. It turned out beautifully. Rich flavors, and simple ingredients.

Provided by Islandlife

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

10 ounces raw shrimp, cleaned
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 lemon zest
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
coarse salt
pepper
5 large tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning mix
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 cups spinach, raw chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
10 ounces cooked angel hair pasta

Steps:

  • In a small bowl add shrimp, 2 cloves of minced garlic, lemon zest, 1/2 T of oil, salt and pepper. Mix all together, and set aside to marinate for 15 minutes.
  • Bring a pot of water to a boil, add tomatoes. Boil for 2 minutes, then remove from water, run under cold water, until tomatoes are cooled, then peel the skin and chop. Set aside.
  • In a skillet, heat 1 T oil, Add in Shrimp, cook only 3-5 minutes, until shrimp is pink. Remove and set aside.
  • In the skillet, there will be residue from the shrimp. Heat back up, add the other 2 cloves of minced garlic, and pepper flakes, once there is an aromatic smell, add the tomatoes, Italian spice, and oregano. Turn the heat down to Med Low, and cook the tomatoes slowly for about 10-15 minutes. Once they have broken down a bit, add the spinach on top of the tomatoes, and cover with a lid. Let it cook for 5-10 minutes on Medium Low. Once the spinach has wilted, mix into the tomatoes, add the lemon juice,and a little salt. Serve over your pasta, and add shrimp. A sprinkle of parm is good to add on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 89.2, Sodium 440.6, Carbohydrate 65.1, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 8.2, Protein 22

GARLIC SHRIMP PASTA



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This recipe is elegant, yet doesn't require hours of working in the kitchen. Everyone agrees it's quite a treat.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 cup butter
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon minced fresh dill or 1/4 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 ounces thin spaghetti or angel hair pasta, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, cook garlic in butter for 1 minute. Whisk in cream, parsley, dill, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for about 13 minutes or until sauce is thickened, stirring occasionally. Add shrimp to pan. Cook and stir for about 2 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Pour over pasta; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

GARLIC SHRIMP PASTA



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Make and share this Garlic Shrimp Pasta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Jessica K

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb medium shrimp, deveined and tails removed
1 lb spaghetti noodles (more or less, depending on family size)
6 -8 garlic cloves, according to personal taste, minced
1/4 cup butter
olive oil (3 drizzles)
italian seasoning
fresh ground pepper
red pepper flakes
salt
herbs (according to taste)

Steps:

  • Boil pasta in water till tender, save 1 cup of pasta water for use later. I always put some oil, salt, and fresh herbs in with my pasta when I boil it. Drain and set aside when done.
  • While pasta is boiling, wash shrimp.
  • Melt butter over medium heat. Add shrimp.
  • Let cook till a little pink and starting to curl. Then add garlic.
  • Cook 5-7 min., add oil. Continue to stir till shrimp is pink and curled.
  • Add pasta to skillet. Add seasonings. Add just enough saved pasta water till it is not dry but not swimming in liquid either. Depending on amount of pasta this requires 1/2 the cup or all of it. Start with adding 1/4 of it then work up from there.
  • Keep tossing all ingredients around in skillet till all is incorporated and hot. Enjoy!

Tips:

  • Use fresh, large shrimp. Smaller shrimp can easily overcook and become tough.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking the shrimp. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
  • Cook the shrimp until they are just opaque and pink. Overcooking will make them tough.
  • Use a good quality olive oil. This will add flavor to the dish.
  • Add the garlic and red pepper flakes to the oil before adding the shrimp. This will infuse the oil with flavor.
  • Use a dry white wine for the sauce. This will add acidity and brightness to the dish.
  • Add the shrimp back to the pan with the sauce and cook for a few minutes, until the shrimp is heated through.
  • Serve the pasta immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Conclusion:

This healthy garlic shrimp pasta is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is packed with flavor. The shrimp is tender and juicy, the sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the pasta is perfectly cooked. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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