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Mediterranean Shrimp Pasta

Mediterranean Shrimp Pasta
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Mediterranean Shrimp Pasta is a delightful and vibrant dish that captures the essence of the Mediterranean in just 30 minutes. This quick weeknight meal features succulent shrimp sautéed to perfection, paired with tangy olives and juicy cherry tomatoes, all tossed with al dente linguine. Infused with fresh garlic and zesty lemon juice, each bite is bursting with flavors that will transport you to sunny shores. Whether it’s a family dinner or a casual gathering with friends, this pasta dish makes for a satisfying centerpiece that is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz linguine pasta
  • 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives (pitted and sliced)
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Fresh parsley (chopped)
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)
  • Optional: Crumbled feta cheese

Instructions

  1. 1. Cook the linguine in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. 2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
  3. 3. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque.
  4. 4. Stir in cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook until tomatoes soften.
  5. 5. Combine drained linguine with the shrimp mixture; slowly add reserved pasta water until desired consistency.
  6. 6. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley before serving.

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