Garlic Shrimp Broccoli Pasta Bowl

Here’s a flavorful and easy Garlic Shrimp Broccoli Pasta Bowl recipe that combines savory shrimp, fresh broccoli, and a garlicky olive oil sauce over pasta. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a healthy meal prep option.

Garlic Shrimp Broccoli Pasta Bowl

Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

• 8 oz pasta (linguine, fettuccine, or spaghetti work great)

• 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)

• 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)

• 4 cloves garlic (minced)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tbsp butter (optional, for richness)

• ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional for heat)

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• Juice of ½ lemon

• Grated Parmesan, for topping (optional)

• Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Instructions

1. Cook Pasta

   • Boil a large pot of salted water and cook pasta until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.

2. Steam or Blanch Broccoli

   • Add broccoli to the pasta water for the last 2–3 minutes of cooking, or steam separately until tender-crisp.

3. Sauté Shrimp

   • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

   • Add garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

   • Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.

4. Combine & Finish

   • To the same skillet, add butter (if using) and a splash of pasta water.

   • Add cooked pasta, broccoli, and shrimp back in.

   • Toss everything together over medium heat. Add lemon juice and adjust seasoning.