Zesty Italian Lemon and Herb Shrimp Linguine

Ingredients

• 12 oz linguine
• 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 1 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
• 1 lemon zest and juice
• 1/2 cup fresh parsley chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• to taste salt and black pepper

Instructions

1. 1 Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguine according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. 2 In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. 3 Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque.
4. 4 Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes until they start to soften.
5. 5 Stir in the lemon zest and juice, followed by the cooked linguine, tossing to combine everything thoroughly.
6. 6 Remove the skillet from the heat and add the chopped parsley, basil, and grated Parmesan cheese. Toss until the herbs are well distributed and the cheese has melted.
7. 7 Season the linguine with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley and Parmesan if desired.