Dairy-Free Shrimp Alfredo Pasta
Indulge in the creamy decadence of Dairy-Free Shrimp Alfredo Pasta, a lighter yet equally flavorful twist on a classic comfort food dish. Perfect for those with dietary restrictions, this recipe swaps traditional dairy ingredients for unsweetened almond milk, nutritional yeast, and dairy-free cream cheese, creating a luscious Alfredo sauce that doesn’t compromise on richness or taste. Juicy, perfectly cooked shrimp and al dente penne pasta are coated in the velvety sauce, while fresh parsley and optional red pepper flakes add a vibrant pop of flavor. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is an ideal choice for busy weeknight dinners or impressing guests with a wholesome and satisfying meal. Enjoy the perfect harmony of flavor and health with this irresistible shrimp pasta recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Penne pasta (or pasta of your choice)
- 1 pound Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup Nutritional yeast
- 1 cup Dairy-free cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp turns pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the unsweetened almond milk and bring it to a gentle simmer.
Whisk in the nutritional yeast and dairy-free cream cheese until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Stir in the lemon juice, salt, and ground black pepper. Continue to cook the sauce for 3-5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and add the drained pasta. Toss everything together until the pasta and shrimp are well coated with the Alfredo sauce.
Garnish with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes, if using.
Serve immediately and enjoy your dairy-free shrimp Alfredo pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2516 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.4 g | 151% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.0 g | 185% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 4035 mg | 175% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 172.6 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.3 g | 148% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 204.0 g | 408% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 1483 mg | 114% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 3338 mg | 71% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
