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    Cilantro Lime Shrimp Scampi Pasta

    Published: Jun 04, 2016 / 23 Comments

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    Cilantro Lime Shrimp Scampi Pasta - it's just like shrimp scampi but with cilantro, lime, and linguine pasta!  This Mediterranean style dinner is super refreshing, yet will keep you full for a long time!

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    So good and super light, yet satisfying. Perfect dinner for any time of the year (but especially Summer!). Try this delicious Cilantro Lime Shrimp Scampi Linguine Pasta and see for yourself!

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    In this recipe I used large shrimp but small shrimp can be used too, as long as it's 1 pound and it's raw shrimp. Also, note that I used only 4 ounces of pasta - you can use 8 ounces if you like, but for me this dish was more about shrimp than pasta, which is why I used only 4 ounces of pasta.

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    This shrimp scampi pasta recipe is so easy, it's ridiculous. So much flavor for only 30 minutes of work. I hope you try it!

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    Heat large skillet until hot on medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil - it should run easily but not sizzle or burn. Add shrimp to the skillet, making sure it doesn't crowd, sprinkle ¼ teaspoon of salt and ½ teaspoon of red pepper flakes over shrimp:

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    Cook shrimp, stirring once or twice, on medium heat, about 3-4 minutes total, until pink in color:

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    Add minced garlic, chopped cilantro:

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    Add chicken stock, white wine, 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice to the shrimp. Reheat gently on medium heat, stirring to combine, for about 1 minute:

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    Remove shrimp from the skillet. Add cooked pasta to the skillet with sauce.  Use either linguine or fettuccine pasta. Mix to coat. Taste, and add more salt if need. Add shrimp back on top of pasta. Garnish your shrimp scampi pasta with chopped fresh cilantro.

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    Enjoy your Italian-style Cilantro Lime Shrimp Scampi Pasta with a glass of wine!

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    4.73 from 40 votes

    Cilantro Lime Shrimp Scampi Pasta

    Cilantro Lime Shrimp Scampi Pasta - it's just like shrimp scampi but with cilantro, lime, and linguine pasta!  Perfect for Spring, Summer or any time you want something light, refreshing, yet filling!  Try this Mediterranean, Italian-style pasta dinner!
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 30 mins
    Total Time 40 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Italian, Mediterranean
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories per serving 305 kcal
    Author: Julia

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb raw shrimp peeled and deveined
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • 4 garlic cloves minced
    • ½ cup cilantro , fresh, chopped
    • ¼ cup chicken stock
    • ¼ cup white wine (I used Chardonnay)
    • 2 tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed
    • 4 ounces pasta linguine or fettuccine
    • fresh cilantro chopped, for garnish

    Instructions 

    • Heat large skillet until hot on medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil - it should run easily but not sizzle or burn. Add shrimp to the skillet, making sure it doesn't crowd, sprinkle ¼ teaspoon of salt and ½ teaspoon of red pepper flakes over shrimp. Cook shrimp, stirring once or twice, on medium heat, about 3-4 minutes total, until pink in color.
    • Add minced garlic, chopped cilantro, chicken stock, white wine, 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice to the shrimp. Reheat gently on medium heat, stirring to combine, for about 1 minute. Remove shrimp from the skillet.
    • Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain.
    • Add pasta to the skillet with sauce. Mix to coat. Taste, and add more salt if need.
    • Add shrimp back on top of pasta. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Information
    Cilantro Lime Shrimp Scampi Pasta
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    305
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    9
    g
    14
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    6
    %
    Cholesterol
     
    286
    mg
    95
    %
    Sodium
     
    1056
    mg
    46
    %
    Potassium
     
    202
    mg
    6
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    23
    g
    8
    %
    Fiber
     
    1
    g
    4
    %
    Sugar
     
    1
    g
    1
    %
    Protein
     
    27
    g
    54
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    210
    IU
    4
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    8.4
    mg
    10
    %
    Calcium
     
    176
    mg
    18
    %
    Iron
     
    2.8
    mg
    16
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    Nutrition Disclaimer:

    The nutritional information on this website is only an estimate and is provided for convenience and as a courtesy only. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed. It should not be used as a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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    1. Kumarie

      August 16, 2020 at 4:34 pm

      This meal is absolutely delicious. I made a few changes to the recipe and everyone enjoyed it. I will make it again.

      Reply
    2. Lisa

      March 24, 2020 at 7:49 pm

      The flavour was wonderful! But, the portions were off... 4oz of pasta for 4 people is not enough, so I doubled the pasta and sauce and it still only fed 3 hungry adults. Will do again as the flavour was fantastic!

      Reply
    3. Stephen Taylor

      March 15, 2020 at 1:24 am

      Very nice!
      Next time I will try it but topping with a light grating of parmesan cheese.

      Reply
    4. shontelle

      January 30, 2020 at 4:33 pm

      What is the serving size for this recipe?

      Reply
      • Julia

        February 19, 2020 at 8:28 pm

        The whole recipe makes 4 servings.

        Reply
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