Low Carb Creamy Prawn Pasta
Indulge guilt-free with this Low Carb Creamy Prawn Pasta, a perfect fusion of rich flavors and healthy ingredients. This recipe replaces traditional pasta with zucchini noodles, making it a keto-friendly and gluten-free option that’s as satisfying as it is wholesome. Succulent prawns are sautéed with garlic and tossed in a velvety Parmesan cream sauce, brightened with a touch of lemon juice and a dash of chili flakes for a delicate kick. Finished with fresh parsley, this dish is ready in just 30 minutes, making it a quick yet elegant dinner idea. Whether you're aiming for low-carb dining or simply craving a creamy seafood pasta, this recipe guarantees bold flavors with a light twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 500 grams raw prawns
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon chili flakes
Instructions
Start by preparing the zucchini noodles. Using a spiralizer, turn the 4 medium zucchinis into noodles and set aside.
Mince the 3 garlic cloves.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add 500 grams of raw prawns to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink. Remove the prawns and set them aside.
In the same skillet, pour in 1 cup of heavy cream, bringing it to a gentle simmer.
Stir in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, continuing to stir until it's melted into the cream, creating a smooth sauce.
Mix in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper, and 0.5 teaspoon of chili flakes. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Add the zucchini noodles to the sauce, tossing gently to coat them in the creamy mixture.
Return the cooked prawns to the skillet, allowing everything to heat through for about 2 minutes.
Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley before serving.
Serve immediately, ensuring each portion gets a generous serving of prawns and sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2238 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.6 g | 180% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.3 g | 356% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1304 mg | 435% | |
| Sodium | 9920 mg | 431% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.9 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.0 g | ||
| Protein | 161.0 g | 322% | |
| Vitamin D | 19.0 mcg | 95% | |
| Calcium | 1393 mg | 107% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 3141 mg | 67% | |
*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.
