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Creamy Lemon Dill Shrimp Pasta

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A bright and elegant pasta dish featuring tender shrimp in a creamy lemon dill sauce, perfectly balanced with fresh herbs and rich flavors.

Ingredients

  • 12 oz pasta (linguine or fettuccine)
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
  2. Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add shrimp and cook until pink and just cooked through, about 2–3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant.
  5. Pour in heavy cream and let it simmer gently.
  6. Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and parmesan cheese until smooth.
  7. Return shrimp to the skillet and add cooked pasta.
  8. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
  9. Stir in fresh dill and season with salt and black pepper before serving.

Notes

  • Add spinach or peas for extra color and nutrients.
  • Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter version.
  • Add red pepper flakes for a subtle heat.
  • Do not overcook shrimp to keep them tender.
  • Reheat gently with a splash of cream or water to maintain sauce consistency.

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