One-Pot Garlic Shrimp Angel Hair (Printer-friendly)

Juicy shrimp and tender angel hair pasta cooked with fresh vegetables in a garlic lemon sauce.

# What You'll Need:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Pasta

02 - 12 oz angel hair pasta

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
05 - 1 cup baby spinach
06 - 1 small zucchini, sliced
07 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
08 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced

→ Aromatics and Sauce

09 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
11 - Zest and juice of 1 lemon
12 - 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
13 - 1/2 cup dry white wine or vegetable broth
14 - 3 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
15 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Garnish

16 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, optional
17 - Additional lemon wedges

# How To Make It:

01 - In a large deep skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant.
02 - Add cherry tomatoes, snap peas, and zucchini. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened.
03 - Pour in white wine and simmer for 2 minutes. Add broth, lemon zest, and lemon juice, then bring to a gentle boil.
04 - Add angel hair pasta, stirring to submerge evenly. Cover and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is nearly tender.
05 - Stir in shrimp, spreading them evenly throughout. Cover and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque and pasta reaches al dente texture.
06 - Remove from heat. Fold in baby spinach, green onions, and fresh parsley. Season generously with salt and black pepper to taste.
07 - Transfer to serving bowls immediately. Top with grated Parmesan cheese and serve with fresh lemon wedges on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Bright, fresh flavors from lemon, garlic, and spring vegetables make this dish refreshing and satisfying.
  • Quick one-pot preparation minimizes cleanup without sacrificing taste.
  • Pescatarian-friendly and easily adaptable for gluten-free or dairy-free diets.
  • Perfectly balanced textures with tender shrimp, crisp snap peas, and silky pasta.
02 -
  • Use fresh, high-quality shrimp for the best texture and flavor.
  • Reserve a cup of broth before adding pasta to adjust sauce consistency if needed.
  • Don’t overcook the shrimp; they turn rubbery quickly.
  • Add red pepper flakes to taste for a subtle kick or omit for milder flavor.
  • Fresh herbs added at the end retain their vibrant color and fragrance.
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