Healthy Shrimp Pasta Recipe

Name: Healthy Shrimp Pasta Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces shrimp, tails removed; 8 ounces of pasta (I used linguine); 3 cups fresh spinach; 5 ounces light cream cheese; 1/4 cup crisp wine; 3/4 cup shrimp or vegetable broth; 1/4 cup light cream; 1/3 cup parmesan; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves of garlic, minced; 1/2 yellow pepper, chopped; 2 tablespoons butter; Liberal dashes salt and pepper; Lemon zest

Servings: persons

12 ounces shrimp, tails removed
8 ounces of pasta (I used linguine)
3 cups fresh spinach
5 ounces light cream cheese
1/4 cup crisp wine
3/4 cup shrimp or vegetable broth
1/4 cup light cream
1/3 cup parmesan
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1/2 yellow pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
Liberal dashes salt and pepper
Lemon zest

1
Prepare pasta according to box. Rinse and set aside.
2
Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a medium size 3 quart pan over medium high heat. Add onions and cook until soft, about 2 minutes. Add garlic and peppers and cook until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Reduce heat to medium and add in wine, broth, cream, cream cheese and salt and pepper. Cook until mixture begins to thicken a bit, about 6 minutes. Stir in parmesan, lemon zest and additional salt and pepper to taste. Let simmer another 4 or 5 minutes to thicken up. Remove from heat.
3
In a small pan, heat remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Cook shrimp for about 2 - 4 minutes or until done. Remove from pan and add to cream sauce. Add spinach to the small pan and heat just until wilted, about 3 minutes. Toss spinach and shrimp with cream sauce.
4
Pour over pasta and enjoy!

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces shrimp, tails removed, 8 ounces of pasta (I used linguine), 3 cups fresh spinach, 5 ounces light cream cheese, and more.

Yes, Healthy Shrimp Pasta Recipe falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Healthy Shrimp Pasta Recipe

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