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Irresistible Shrimp Scampi New Years Snacks Dinner Bowl Recipe Easy and Best

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A quick and easy shrimp scampi dinner bowl perfect for New Year’s celebrations, combining tender shrimp, garlic butter, fresh herbs, lemon, vibrant veggies, and a hearty base of pasta or grains.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 4 cups cooked linguine, spaghetti, or quinoa
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 4 cups (about 350 g) linguine or spaghetti. Cook according to package instructions (usually 8-10 minutes) until al dente. Drain, reserving ½ cup (120 ml) pasta water, and set aside. If using quinoa or another grain, cook separately per package directions.
  2. While pasta cooks, pat the 1 pound (450 g) shrimp dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil and 3 tablespoons unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Once butter melts and starts to foam, add 4 cloves minced garlic and ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes. Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from pan and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, toss in 2 cups baby spinach and 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until spinach wilts and tomatoes soften slightly.
  6. Return shrimp to the skillet. Add cooked pasta and reserved pasta water (start with ¼ cup/60 ml and add more if needed). Squeeze juice and zest of 1 lemon over everything. Toss gently to combine so sauce coats the pasta and shrimp evenly.
  7. Stir in 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  8. Spoon into bowls and garnish with extra parsley or lemon wedges if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Reserve pasta water to help the sauce cling to the noodles. Cook shrimp just until pink to avoid rubberiness. Use fresh lemon juice for best brightness. For dairy-free, substitute butter with vegan butter or extra olive oil. For low-carb, swap pasta with zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice.

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