Shrimp and Leek Spaghetti

Shrimp and Leek Spaghetti

Light and Lemony Italian Spaghetti

Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 10m
Cook Time: 10m
Total Time: 20m
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
4.8 (6 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

446
calories
13g
fat
59g
carbohydrates
28g
protein
8g
sugar
649mg
sodium
Shrimp and Leek Spaghetti

Recipe Description

Make your Italian pasta nights even fancier with this Shrimp and Leek Spaghetti recipe. All your guests will be very impressed and it doesn’t even take that long to make.

Isn’t it nice when you find a dinner party recipe that’s quick to make? – so on those last minute special occasions you don’t have stress about slaving away to make something extra complicated.

This recipe has all the textures and flavors that a gourmet dish should have and it is a real homemade treat. 

To make Shrimp and Leek Spaghetti, you will need the following ingredients:So, how to make Shrimp and Leek Spaghetti?

Ingredients for Shrimp and Leek Spaghetti

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Cook pasta

    10 min
    Step 1 - Shrimp and Leek SpaghettiStep 1 - Shrimp and Leek Spaghetti

    In a saucepan over high heat, cook pasta according to package instructions, using no salt and fat. Once cooked, drain pasta from the water and reserving ½ cup cooking liquid. Set aside and cover pasta to keep warm.

  2. 2

    Season shrimp

    2 min
    Step 2 - Shrimp and Leek Spaghetti

    While the pasta is cooking, dry the shrimps with paper towels. Season with ¼ teaspoon salt and pepper.

  3. 3

    Cook shrimp

    3 min
    Step 3 - Shrimp and Leek SpaghettiStep 3 - Shrimp and Leek Spaghetti

    In a large nonstick skillet over high heat, heat half the olive oil then cook the shrimp, stirring often, for 3-4 minutes until cooked through. Remove from heat to set aside on a plate and cover to keep warm. Keep the drippings in the skillet.

  4. 4

    Cook leek and garlic

    2 min
    Step 4 - Shrimp and Leek Spaghetti

    In the same skillet over medium-high heat, cook, stirring often, the leek, garlic, remaining oil, and remaining ½ teaspoon salt for 2-3 minutes until the leek has softened.

  5. 5

    Prepare sauce

    2 min
    Step 5 - Shrimp and Leek Spaghetti

    Add peas, cream, lemon zest, lemon juice and the reserved cooking liquid from the pasta. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.

  6. 6

    Add shrimp

    1 min
    Step 6 - Shrimp and Leek Spaghetti

    Add cooked shrimp to the sauce and toss to coat.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Step 7 - Shrimp and Leek Spaghetti

    In 4 serving bowls, divide the pasta evenly and top each bowl with shrimp and sauce. Garnish with sprinkles of dill before serving immediately.

About the author

Jelena Mardere

Jelena is an interior designer and young mom! As a busy working mom, her time is precious so she’s always looking for a quick and efficient way to get things done. Jelena is very creative, but has a strong practical side. She loves trying new things and travels a lot, especially around Europe. The kitchen is Jelena’s safe space, where she can let her creative side out and dedicate herself to her favorite hobby - cooking!

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4.8 out of 5 (6 reviews)
Karina López
November 27, 2024
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Delicioso!

Isabella Martin
November 7, 2023
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Wow, made this for our date night! Super quick and delish. My hubby loved it, we felt fancy. ❤️

Lucas Johnson
November 14, 2022
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Superb and quick!

Xander
February 26, 2022
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Delicious! I made this for my wife’s birthday dinner. The flavors were perfect, and it was so easy to whip up. Everyone loved it! Will definitely be making it again for our next gathering.

Daisy
January 31, 2020
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Simply delicious dish! My family devoured it faster than I could serve. Loved the shrimp and leeks together! Perfect for our Friday family night - got raving reviews!

Athina
July 16, 2019
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Quickly and delicious!

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