#  Shrimp & Lemon Pasta: Our Easy & Authentic Italian Recipe

  ![Shrimp & Lemon Pasta: Our Easy & Authentic Italian Recipe](https://casa-bandera.com/images/capellini-italian-pasta-recipe-food-cooking-prawns.jpg) **Imagine delicate capellini, juicy shrimp, and vibrant lemon coming together in a dish of natural elegance.**

**Simple, yet irresistibly refined.**

**One bite is all it takes to understand the spirit of Dolce Vita.**

**What if true luxury lived right here, in this simplicity?**

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## Capellini with shrimp and lemon: Italian freshness and refinement

With every bite, everything falls into balance with almost instinctive precision.

The lemon brings brightness.

The shrimp bring delicate ocean sweetness.

The stracciatella wraps it all in a creamy texture.

**If you’re looking for an elegant dinner without the complexity, you’re exactly where you need to be.**

Because Italy never tries to impress—it aims to move you.

The capellini capture a sauce as light as a summer breeze.

Each ingredient plays its part, never overpowering the others.

And that’s where harmony is born.

**Hosting then becomes natural, almost instinctive.**

### The Art of Italian-Style Hosting

Imagine a simple table, thoughtfully prepared from the heart.

Nothing ostentatious—everything intentional.

What if the true charm came from this mastered simplicity?

**Because hosting the Italian way means creating emotion even before serving the dish.**

The look, the aromas, the warmth.

Everything begins long before the first bite.

And it lingers long after.

**That’s Italian elegance.**

Also discover [hosting Italian-style: the 10 mistakes to avoid](https://casa-bandera.com/italian-cuisine/italian-hosting-mistakes-to-avoid).

Set the mood with [an Italian romantic dinner at home: menu & ambiance](https://casa-bandera.com/italian-cuisine/romantic-italian-dinner-home-menu-atmosphere).

And simplify your planning with [an easy Italian menu for entertaining guests](https://casa-bandera.com/italian-cuisine/easy-italian-menu-for-guests).

Because a successful dinner isn’t just cooked—it’s told like a story.

 | Information |
|---|
| **D**ifficulty 2/5  **C**ost medium  **P**reparation time 10 minutes  **C**ooking time 15 minutes  **G**luten | **P**ortions 4  **C**alories 650 kcal  **U**tensils frying pan, saucepan, grater, knife, scissors, citrus juicer  **S**eason summer |
| Ingredients |
| **C**apellini 500 g  **S**hrimp 400 g  **L**emons 2  **P**arsley fresh  **S**tracciatella 150 g  **E**xtra virgin olive oil  **S**alt and pepper |

 ![Easy and quick Italian shrimp pasta recipe – ingredients](https://casa-bandera.com/images/easy-quick-italian-recipe-shrimp-pasta-ingredients.jpg)

1 Peel the shrimp and clean them well. Zest two lemons, then squeeze out the juice and pulp. Set aside.

![Easy and quick Italian shrimp pasta recipe – step 1](https://casa-bandera.com/images/easy-quick-italian-recipe-shrimp-pasta-step-1.jpg)

2 Heat a little olive oil in a pan. Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink and lightly golden. Season with salt and pepper.

![Easy and quick Italian shrimp pasta recipe – step 2](https://casa-bandera.com/images/easy-quick-italian-recipe-shrimp-pasta-step-2.jpg)

3 Meanwhile, cook the capellini in boiling salted water according to the package instructions. Drain, reserving one ladle of the cooking water.

![Easy and quick Italian shrimp pasta recipe – step 3](https://casa-bandera.com/images/easy-quick-italian-recipe-shrimp-pasta-step-3.jpg)

4 Add the lemon juice and pulp to the pan with the shrimp and mix well. Add the capellini, pour in the reserved pasta water, drizzle with olive oil, and gently toss everything together.

![Easy and quick Italian shrimp pasta recipe – step 4](https://casa-bandera.com/images/easy-quick-italian-recipe-shrimp-pasta-step-4.jpg)

5 Serve the capellini on plates, top with stracciatella, finely chopped fresh parsley, and grated lemon zest. Add black pepper and a final drizzle of olive oil. Serve immediately.

![Easy and quick Italian lemon shrimp capellini – final dish](https://casa-bandera.com/images/capellini-italian-pasta-recipe-food-cooking-prawns.jpg)

### Recommended Wine Pairing

Pair this dish with a crisp and mineral white wine, such as **a Vermentino or a Chablis,** to elevate the freshness of the lemon and the sweetness of the shrimp.

Discover my selection of [Italian wine pairings.](https://casa-bandera.com/italian-cuisine/italian-wine-pairings-perfect-italian-dinner)

#### Buon Appetito !

Also read: [The Art of Italian Hosting: The Complete Guide to Creating Unforgettable Dinner Parties](https://casa-bandera.com/italian-cuisine/italian-hosting-guide)

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