Vegetarian Shrimp Alfredo Pasta
Indulge in the creamy comfort of Vegetarian Shrimp Alfredo Pasta, a delectable plant-based twist on a classic favorite. This recipe combines tender vegetarian shrimp with al dente pasta, all enveloped in a rich, velvety Alfredo sauce made from heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and a hint of garlic. Sautéed to perfection and tossed with fresh parsley, this dish delivers the perfect balance of flavors and textures. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's an ideal choice for a quick yet impressive vegetarian dinner. Serve with a crisp side salad or crusty bread for a complete meal that’s sure to satisfy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 ounces vegetarian shrimp
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
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-high heat. Add the vegetarian shrimp and sauté for about 3-5 minutes until they are cooked through and slightly golden. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the heavy cream to the skillet, stirring constantly. Bring to a simmer.
Add in the butter and grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth. Season the sauce with salt and black pepper.
Return the cooked vegetarian shrimp to the skillet, and gently fold them into the Alfredo sauce.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the pasta and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2103 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.0 g | 188% | |
| Saturated Fat | 81.4 g | 407% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 382 mg | 127% | |
| Sodium | 3873 mg | 168% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 116.0 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.0 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.3 g | ||
| Protein | 59.6 g | 119% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 999 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 326 mg | 7% | |
*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.
