Description
Roasted Red Pepper Shrimp Linguine is a creamy, smoky, and vibrant pasta dish made with tender shrimp, silky linguine, and a smooth roasted red pepper cream sauce. The flavors balance sweetness from roasted peppers, richness from cream, and brightness from lemon zest. It is comforting yet elegant, perfect for a satisfying homemade meal that feels restaurant quality without complicated steps.
Ingredients
Medium shrimp peeled and deveined with tails removed
Fresh lemon zest finely grated
Smoked paprika divided for seasoning and sauce
Kosher salt adjusted to taste
Linguine pasta
Roasted red peppers drained and patted dry
Heavy cream
Unsalted butter
Shallots finely chopped
Garlic cloves finely chopped
Welch’s White Grape Juice or Pacific Foods Vegetable Broth
Dodoni feta cheese or Organic Valley feta cheese crumbled
Fresh parsley or basil chopped for garnish
Crushed red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
Season the shrimp with lemon zest smoked paprika and salt then cover and refrigerate while preparing other components
Bring a large pot of well salted water to a boil and cook the linguine until al dente then reserve pasta water drain and set aside
Blend roasted red peppers heavy cream remaining smoked paprika and salt until completely smooth
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat then sauté shallots and garlic until fragrant and lightly golden
Add white grape juice or vegetable broth and gently scrape the skillet allowing the liquid to reduce
Pour in the roasted red pepper sauce and bring to a gentle simmer
Add shrimp in an even layer and cook until opaque and tender turning once
Remove from heat and toss in cooked linguine adding reserved pasta water until creamy
Finish with crumbled feta fresh herbs and red pepper flakes if desired
Notes
Use high quality roasted red peppers for the best flavor and texture
Avoid overcooking the shrimp as they continue to cook slightly after being removed from heat
Reserve enough pasta water to control the sauce consistency
Serve immediately for the creamiest texture
Leftovers can be reheated gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or broth
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian American