An easy lemon-shrimp pasta recipe. Penne is coated in a bright sauce with bell pepper and shrimp in this quick dish that's perfect for any meal.
Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
20 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Calories
270 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
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. Drain and set aside.
Step 2
Meanwhile, melt butter in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Add red pepper strips and garlic; cook until peppers are tender and crisp, 2 to 3 minutes. Add shrimp and lemon juice; stir constantly until shrimp turn bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, 4 to 6 minutes.
Step 3
Add cooked pasta and lemon zest and toss lightly to coat. Serve sprinkled with Parmesan cheese and parsley.
Ingredients
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter
6 ounces penne pasta
1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, or to taste
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, or to taste
1 cup red bell pepper strips
0.5 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
