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15 Easy but Elegant Shrimp Pasta Recipes That Will Liven Up Your Dinner Table

Southern Living
  • <p><strong>Recipe: <a href="https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/skillet-shrimp-destin-orzo" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Skillet Shrimp Destin with Orzo;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Skillet Shrimp Destin with Orzo</a></strong></p> <p>Fresh shrimp is a real treat on beach trips, and this one-dish meal is a beautiful way to enjoy it.</p>
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    Skillet Shrimp Destin with Orzo

    Recipe: Skillet Shrimp Destin with Orzo

    Fresh shrimp is a real treat on beach trips, and this one-dish meal is a beautiful way to enjoy it.

  • <p><strong>Recipe: <a href="https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/cacio-e-pepe-sauteed-shrimp" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Cacio e Pepe with Sauteed Shrimp;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Cacio e Pepe with Sauteed Shrimp</a></strong></p> <p>This kitchen-friendly formula of shrimp, starch, and sauce is made for Sunday dinners. Plus, what's not to love about a recipe that marries your favorite pasta with peel 'n' eat shrimp?</p>
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    Cacio e Pepe with Sauteed Shrimp

    Recipe: Cacio e Pepe with Sauteed Shrimp

    This kitchen-friendly formula of shrimp, starch, and sauce is made for Sunday dinners. Plus, what's not to love about a recipe that marries your favorite pasta with peel 'n' eat shrimp?

  • <p><b>Recipe: </b><a href="https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/shrimp-alfredo" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shrimp Alfredo;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shrimp Alfredo</a></p> <p>Just eight ingredients and 45 minutes are needed to create this simple yet elegant pasta dinner. </p> <p><b>Total Time: 45 minutes </b></p>
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    Shrimp Alfredo

    Recipe: Shrimp Alfredo

    Just eight ingredients and 45 minutes are needed to create this simple yet elegant pasta dinner.

    Total Time: 45 minutes

  • <p><strong>Recipe: <a href="https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/shrimp-scampi-linguine" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shrimp Scampi Linguine;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shrimp Scampi Linguine</a></strong></p> <p>This recipe is as decadent as it is simple.</p>
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    Shrimp Scampi Linguine

    Recipe: Shrimp Scampi Linguine

    This recipe is as decadent as it is simple.

  • <p><strong>Recipe: <a href="https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/grilled-shrimp-squash-pasta" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Grilled Shrimp-and-Squash Pasta with Summer Herbs;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Grilled Shrimp-and-Squash Pasta with Summer Herbs</a></strong></p> <p>Grilled shrimp and in-season squash is a summer duo made for warm-weather dinners. Top with a sprinkling of Parmesan or crumbled feta cheese for the ultimate finishing touch. </p>
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    Grilled Shrimp-and-Squash Pasta with Summer Herbs

    Recipe: Grilled Shrimp-and-Squash Pasta with Summer Herbs

    Grilled shrimp and in-season squash is a summer duo made for warm-weather dinners. Top with a sprinkling of Parmesan or crumbled feta cheese for the ultimate finishing touch.

  • <p><strong>Recipe: <a href="https://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/shrimp-sausage-black-bean-pasta" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shrimp, Sausage, and Black Bean Pasta;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shrimp, Sausage, and Black Bean Pasta</a></strong></p> <p>Take a break from basic jambalaya and go for a creamy pasta instead. This recipe includes shrimp, sausage, and black beans for the ultimate trifecta.</p>
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    Shrimp, Sausage, and Black Bean Pasta

    Recipe: Shrimp, Sausage, and Black Bean Pasta

    Take a break from basic jambalaya and go for a creamy pasta instead. This recipe includes shrimp, sausage, and black beans for the ultimate trifecta.

  • <p><strong>Recipe: <a href="https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/creamy-pesto-shrimp-penne-with-peas" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Creamy Pesto-and-Shrimp Penne with Peas;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Creamy Pesto-and-Shrimp Penne with Peas</a></strong></p> <p>Pretty much all the ingredients for this scrumptious pasta dish are in the name. Pre-peeled shrimp, frozen peas, and store-bought pesto make for deliciously easy dinner.</p>
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    Creamy Pesto-and-Shrimp Penne with Peas

    Recipe: Creamy Pesto-and-Shrimp Penne with Peas

    Pretty much all the ingredients for this scrumptious pasta dish are in the name. Pre-peeled shrimp, frozen peas, and store-bought pesto make for deliciously easy dinner.

  • <p><strong>Recipe: <a href="https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/pasta-shrimp-tomato-cream-sauce-recipe" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Pasta with Shrimp and Tomato Cream Sauce;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Pasta with Shrimp and Tomato Cream Sauce</a></strong></p> <p>You're just 25 minutes away from dinnertime bliss. We recommend using fresh shrimp, not frozen, for the best flavor.</p>
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    Pasta with Shrimp and Tomato Cream Sauce

    Recipe: Pasta with Shrimp and Tomato Cream Sauce

    You're just 25 minutes away from dinnertime bliss. We recommend using fresh shrimp, not frozen, for the best flavor.

  • <p><b>Recipe: <a href="https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/easy-shrimp-scampi" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Easy Shrimp Scampi with Basil;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Easy Shrimp Scampi with Basil</a></b></p> <p>Shrimp is such a quick-cooking shellfish, it's easy to accomplish for a weeknight dinner. Use the shrimp to top a dish of linguine and you've got a sophisticated dinner for two.</p>
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    Easy Shrimp Scampi with Basil

    Recipe: Easy Shrimp Scampi with Basil

    Shrimp is such a quick-cooking shellfish, it's easy to accomplish for a weeknight dinner. Use the shrimp to top a dish of linguine and you've got a sophisticated dinner for two.

  • <p><strong>Recipe: <a href="https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/shrimp-orzo-salad" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Orzo Salad with Shrimp and Lemon Dressing;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Orzo Salad with Shrimp and Lemon Dressing</a></strong></p> <p>Asparagus, sugar snap peas, and English peas are just the crunchy trio this dish needs. Shrimp and orzo join the party with deliciously tangy dressing.</p>
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    Orzo Salad with Shrimp and Lemon Dressing

    Recipe: Orzo Salad with Shrimp and Lemon Dressing

    Asparagus, sugar snap peas, and English peas are just the crunchy trio this dish needs. Shrimp and orzo join the party with deliciously tangy dressing.

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  • <p><b>Recipe: <a href="http://www.southernliving.com/syndication/shrimp-peas-farfalle" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shrimp and Peas with Farfalle;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shrimp and Peas with Farfalle</a></b></p> <p>You'll swoon over the lemony breadcrumbs that top this dish. If you're looking to save even more time, skip the fresh English peas and opt for frozen peas that have been thawed instead.</p>
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    Shrimp and Peas with Farfalle

    Recipe: Shrimp and Peas with Farfalle

    You'll swoon over the lemony breadcrumbs that top this dish. If you're looking to save even more time, skip the fresh English peas and opt for frozen peas that have been thawed instead.

  • <p><strong>Recipe: <a href="https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/shrimp-boil-pasta-recipe" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Cajun Shrimp Boil Pasta;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Cajun Shrimp Boil Pasta</a></strong></p> <p>Shrimp, corn, and smoked sausage form the base for this warm-weather pasta dish with a nice Cajun kick.</p>
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    Cajun Shrimp Boil Pasta

    Recipe: Cajun Shrimp Boil Pasta

    Shrimp, corn, and smoked sausage form the base for this warm-weather pasta dish with a nice Cajun kick.

  • <p><strong>Recipe: <a href="https://www.southernliving.com/syndication/shrimp-destin-linguine" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shrimp Destin Linguine;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shrimp Destin Linguine</a></strong></p> <p>This quick and easy dish will become a dinnertime staple for shrimp lovers. </p>
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    Shrimp Destin Linguine

    Recipe: Shrimp Destin Linguine

    This quick and easy dish will become a dinnertime staple for shrimp lovers.

  • <p><strong>Recipe: <a href="http://www.southernliving.com/recipes/soba-noodle-shrimp-bowls-recipe" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Soba Noodle-and-Shrimp Bowls;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Soba Noodle-and-Shrimp Bowls</a></strong></p> <p>Craving Asian takeout? Try this lightened-up recipe at home.</p>
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    Soba Noodle-and-Shrimp Bowls

    Recipe: Soba Noodle-and-Shrimp Bowls

    Craving Asian takeout? Try this lightened-up recipe at home.

<p><strong>Recipe: <a href="https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/skillet-shrimp-destin-orzo" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Skillet Shrimp Destin with Orzo;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Skillet Shrimp Destin with Orzo</a></strong></p> <p>Fresh shrimp is a real treat on beach trips, and this one-dish meal is a beautiful way to enjoy it.</p>
<p><strong>Recipe: <a href="https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/cacio-e-pepe-sauteed-shrimp" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Cacio e Pepe with Sauteed Shrimp;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Cacio e Pepe with Sauteed Shrimp</a></strong></p> <p>This kitchen-friendly formula of shrimp, starch, and sauce is made for Sunday dinners. Plus, what's not to love about a recipe that marries your favorite pasta with peel 'n' eat shrimp?</p>
<p><b>Recipe: </b><a href="https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/shrimp-alfredo" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shrimp Alfredo;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shrimp Alfredo</a></p> <p>Just eight ingredients and 45 minutes are needed to create this simple yet elegant pasta dinner. </p> <p><b>Total Time: 45 minutes </b></p>
<p><strong>Recipe: <a href="https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/shrimp-scampi-linguine" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shrimp Scampi Linguine;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shrimp Scampi Linguine</a></strong></p> <p>This recipe is as decadent as it is simple.</p>
<p><strong>Recipe: <a href="https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/grilled-shrimp-squash-pasta" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Grilled Shrimp-and-Squash Pasta with Summer Herbs;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Grilled Shrimp-and-Squash Pasta with Summer Herbs</a></strong></p> <p>Grilled shrimp and in-season squash is a summer duo made for warm-weather dinners. Top with a sprinkling of Parmesan or crumbled feta cheese for the ultimate finishing touch. </p>
<p><strong>Recipe: <a href="https://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/shrimp-sausage-black-bean-pasta" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shrimp, Sausage, and Black Bean Pasta;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shrimp, Sausage, and Black Bean Pasta</a></strong></p> <p>Take a break from basic jambalaya and go for a creamy pasta instead. This recipe includes shrimp, sausage, and black beans for the ultimate trifecta.</p>
<p><strong>Recipe: <a href="https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/creamy-pesto-shrimp-penne-with-peas" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Creamy Pesto-and-Shrimp Penne with Peas;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Creamy Pesto-and-Shrimp Penne with Peas</a></strong></p> <p>Pretty much all the ingredients for this scrumptious pasta dish are in the name. Pre-peeled shrimp, frozen peas, and store-bought pesto make for deliciously easy dinner.</p>
<p><strong>Recipe: <a href="https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/pasta-shrimp-tomato-cream-sauce-recipe" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Pasta with Shrimp and Tomato Cream Sauce;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Pasta with Shrimp and Tomato Cream Sauce</a></strong></p> <p>You're just 25 minutes away from dinnertime bliss. We recommend using fresh shrimp, not frozen, for the best flavor.</p>
<p><b>Recipe: <a href="https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/easy-shrimp-scampi" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Easy Shrimp Scampi with Basil;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Easy Shrimp Scampi with Basil</a></b></p> <p>Shrimp is such a quick-cooking shellfish, it's easy to accomplish for a weeknight dinner. Use the shrimp to top a dish of linguine and you've got a sophisticated dinner for two.</p>
<p><strong>Recipe: <a href="https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/shrimp-orzo-salad" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Orzo Salad with Shrimp and Lemon Dressing;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Orzo Salad with Shrimp and Lemon Dressing</a></strong></p> <p>Asparagus, sugar snap peas, and English peas are just the crunchy trio this dish needs. Shrimp and orzo join the party with deliciously tangy dressing.</p>
<p><b>Recipe: <a href="http://www.southernliving.com/syndication/shrimp-peas-farfalle" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shrimp and Peas with Farfalle;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shrimp and Peas with Farfalle</a></b></p> <p>You'll swoon over the lemony breadcrumbs that top this dish. If you're looking to save even more time, skip the fresh English peas and opt for frozen peas that have been thawed instead.</p>
<p><strong>Recipe: <a href="https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/shrimp-boil-pasta-recipe" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Cajun Shrimp Boil Pasta;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Cajun Shrimp Boil Pasta</a></strong></p> <p>Shrimp, corn, and smoked sausage form the base for this warm-weather pasta dish with a nice Cajun kick.</p>
<p><strong>Recipe: <a href="https://www.southernliving.com/syndication/shrimp-destin-linguine" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shrimp Destin Linguine;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shrimp Destin Linguine</a></strong></p> <p>This quick and easy dish will become a dinnertime staple for shrimp lovers. </p>
<p><strong>Recipe: <a href="http://www.southernliving.com/recipes/soba-noodle-shrimp-bowls-recipe" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Soba Noodle-and-Shrimp Bowls;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Soba Noodle-and-Shrimp Bowls</a></strong></p> <p>Craving Asian takeout? Try this lightened-up recipe at home.</p>

Pasta night has never looked more gourmet than with these shrimp pasta recipes. These simple shrimp pasta recipes look restaurant-worthy but come together in a snap in your kitchen. With quick shrimp pasta recipes like Cacio e Pepe and Easy Shrimp Scampi, you can throw together a beautiful dinner with pantry staples you have on hand. Spice up suppertime with our Cajun Shrimp Boil Pasta or get a taste of the coast with our Shrimp Destin Linguine. If you’re looking for the lighter side of pasta night, our Pasta Primavera with Shrimp is filled with veggies, and our Orzo Salad with Shrimp and Lemon Dressing is a healthy and bright way to enjoy lunch or dinner. These seafood pasta recipes will satisfy your hearty carb cravings while keeping it light with low-calorie shrimp. Tired of spaghetti and meatballs? These delicious recipes will get you out of your pasta night rut.