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Creamy Lemon Dill Shrimp Pasta

Creamy Lemon Dill Shrimp Pasta
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Creamy Lemon Dill Shrimp Pasta is a quick and flavorful dish that combines tender shrimp with a rich lemon-infused cream sauce, fresh dill, and perfectly cooked pasta. Ready in under 30 minutes, it offers a bright, creamy, and well-balanced flavor ideal for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining.

Ingredients

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Shrimp and Pasta

  • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 ounces fettuccine or linguine pasta

Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Seasoning

  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine or linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about one cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. Cook the Shrimp: In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Season the peeled and deveined shrimp with salt and pepper. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Make the Creamy Lemon Dill Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in the heavy cream and stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and chopped fresh dill. Let the sauce simmer gently to thicken slightly.
  4. Combine and Finish: Add the cooked pasta back into the skillet with the sauce and toss to coat thoroughly. Return the cooked shrimp to the pan and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
  5. Season and Serve: Taste and adjust salt and black pepper as needed. Serve immediately garnished with additional fresh dill, lemon slices, or extra Parmesan cheese for a vibrant presentation.

Notes

  • Use fresh or properly thawed shrimp for the best texture and flavor.
  • Avoid overcooking shrimp to prevent rubbery texture.
  • Reserve pasta water to thin the sauce and help it cling to the pasta.
  • Always use fresh dill for a bright, vibrant herbal flavor.
  • Adjust lemon juice and salt gradually to maintain flavor balance.

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Keywords: shrimp pasta, lemon dill pasta, creamy shrimp pasta, quick dinner, weeknight meal, seafood pasta

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