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 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 cup fresh basil, chopped
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• to taste salt and black pepper

Method

1. 01
   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. 02
   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. 03
   Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque.
4. 04
   Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes until they start to soften.
5. 05
   Stir in the lemon zest and juice, followed by the cooked linguine, tossing to combine everything thoroughly.
6. 06
   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. 07
   Season the linguine with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley and Parmesan if desired.