Shrimp Scampi Recipe
Pasta tossed in a sauce of garlic, fresh lemon, and fresh tomatoes with garlic shrimp. Served with a garlic breadstick.
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Ingredients
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Shrimp Scampi Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the linguine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Shrimp
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3
Cook the Shrimp
Add the shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with salt and black pepper. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
- 4
Add Tomatoes and Lemon
Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the tomatoes are slightly softened.
- 5
- 6
Serve
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving and enjoy with garlic breadsticks on the side.
