20-Minute Lemony Shrimp Asparagus Pasta

Name: 20-Minute Lemony Shrimp Asparagus Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: ½ pound pasta (such as farfalle, fusilli, or other small shaped pasta); 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp (defrosted if frozen (about 21-25 shrimp)); 3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (divided); 1 teaspoon lemon zest (divided); 1 teaspoon kosher salt (divided); ½ teaspoon ground black pepper (divided); ¼ teaspoon garlic powder; 1 pound asparagus (tough ends removed); 4-5 cloves garlic (minced); Pinch red pepper flakes (or more to taste); 3 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice; ⅓ cup grated parmesan cheese (plus more for serving); ¼ cup fresh basil (thinly sliced)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:20min

Coming together in about 20 minutes, this Shrimp Asparagus Pasta is as delicious as it is easy. Made flavorful from lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, and a little Parmesan cheese, this easy dinner has a pound of fresh asparagus and lots of protein from shrimp. It truly is the perfect healthy weeknight dinner.

Updated at: Thu, 31 Jul 2025 00:38:30 GMT