Embark on a culinary adventure with our comprehensive guide to crafting the exquisite dish, lemon cream shrimp and pasta. This delectable creation harmonizes the vibrant zest of lemons, the tender succulence of shrimp, and the comforting embrace of pasta, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice cook, this article will equip you with the knowledge and techniques to prepare this culinary masterpiece.
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CREAMY LEMON PASTA WITH SHRIMP
Yogurt makes a fine substitute for cream in the sauce for this easy pasta recipe. Just warm the yogurt (do not boil) and add some pasta-cooking water to thin it out. Lemon and fresh basil brighten up the whole-wheat pasta and complement the shrimp in this quick dinner recipe.
Provided by Liz Mervosh
Categories Healthy Shrimp Recipes
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring 7 cups of water to a boil. Add fettuccine, stirring to separate the noodles. Cook until just tender, 7 to 9 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking water and drain.
- Meanwhile, heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook, stirring occasionally, until pink and curled, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer the shrimp to a bowl.
- Add butter to the pan and reduce heat to medium. Add garlic and crushed red pepper; cook, stirring often, until the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Add arugula and cook, stirring, until wilted, about 1 minute. Reduce heat to low. Add the fettuccine, yogurt, lemon zest and the reserved cooking water, 1/4 cup at a time, tossing well, until the fettuccine is fully coated and creamy. Add the shrimp, lemon juice and salt, tossing to coat the fettuccine. Remove from the heat and toss with Parmesan.
- Serve the fettuccine topped with basil and more Parmesan, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.3 calories, Carbohydrate 45.5 g, Cholesterol 159.9 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 28.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 396.3 mg, Sugar 3 g
SHRIMP PASTA WITH LEMON CREAM SAUCE
A simple shrimp pasta with tons of flavor! The lemon cream sauce adds such a nice, bold zing to this pasta. I finished it off with some parmesan and chopped basil to make it even more delicious!
Provided by Little Spice Jar
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup pasta water; drain pasta and return to pot.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon of the garlic along with the red pepper flakes and the shrimp and cook till the shrimp turn opaque, about 3 -5 minutes. Cooking time will vary based on the size of shrimp and the pan. Remove shrimp to a plate.
- Add broth, remaining 2 teaspoons of garlic, along with the lemon juice into the skillet. Using a whisk, deglaze the pan until any brown bits are removed from the bottom. Let the sauce cook on a gentle simmer for 5 minutes on medium heat. Add in the butter, stirring until it melts. Then, add the lemon zest and the half and half. Let the sauce come to a gentle simmer, then add the pasta and shrimp into the skillet. Toss to combine and coat. Taste for seasonings, adjust salt and pepper as desired. Add pasta water if needed to help thin sauce to coat pasta. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and chopped basil. Serve immediately.
SHRIMP AND PASTA IN LEMON CREAM SAUCE
Simple yet elegant, this shrimp dish may be prepared for any sophisticated occasion! It will be sure to impress your family and friends.
Provided by Buitoni
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips BUITONI®
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine shrimp, sauce, lemon juice and lemon peel in small saucepan. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through (do not boil).
- Serve over pasta. Sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.7 calories, Carbohydrate 41.6 g, Cholesterol 196.8 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 25.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 536.1 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
LEMON CREAM SHRIMP AND PASTA
Lemony cream sauce with pasta, vegetables and shrimp. If you love lemons, this sauce is to die for. I cut this recipe in half for 2 and it worked out just fine with a little leftover.
Provided by Jamilahs_Kitchen
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring water to boil with salt.
- Add broccoli for 3 minutes to cook. Remove and blanch in cold water.
- Add pasta to water and cook to desired taste.
- Meanwhile, sauté 1 TBS garlic (I probably used 2 TBS I like a lot of garlic) in olive oil, cooking 1 minute on low heat.
- Add 2 cups heavy cream and reduce over medium heat.
- Add juice of 2 lemons and zest of 2 lemons along with 2 TSP salt and 1 TSP pepper.
- Allow to reduce by half 10-12 minutes.
- When sauce is close to ready, add cooked shrimp to sauce just to warm the shrimp.
- Drain pasta.
- Toss in cherry tomatoes, broccoli, arugula and the Lemon Cream Sauce.
- Garnish with fresh Parmiganio Reggiano.
- Serve immediately.
LEMON PASTA WITH ROASTED SHRIMP
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Place the shrimp on a sheet pan with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.Toss well, spread them in one layer and roast for 6 to 8 minutes, just until they're pink and cooked through.
- Meanwhile, drizzle some olive oil in a large pot of boiling salted water, add the angel hair and cook until al dente, about 3 minutes. Drain the pasta, reserving some of the cooking liquid. Quickly toss the angel hair with the melted butter, 1/4 cup olive oil, the lemon zest, lemon juice, 2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon pepper and about 1/2 cup of the reserved cooking liquid. Add the shrimp and serve hot.
LEMON SPAGHETTI WITH SHRIMP
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Make the shrimp: In a medium saute pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the shrimp with the salt and pepper; add to the preheated pan in a single layer. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until pink and cooked through. Set aside.
- Make the pasta: Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, about 8 minutes. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta water. Meanwhile, whisk the olive oil, parmesan and lemon zest and juice in a large bowl to blend.
- Toss the pasta with the lemon sauce, shrimp and the reserved cooking liquid, adding it 1/4 cup at a time as needed to moisten. Season with the salt and pepper; stir in the basil. Garnish with the fried capers and more parmesan, if desired.
SHRIMP & PASTA WITH LEMON CREAM SAUCE
Make and share this Shrimp & Pasta With Lemon Cream Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Good Vibe Goddess
Categories Healthy
Time 20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Make pasta according to package directions,.
- Melt the butter in a large frying pan over medium heat.
- Stir in the broth, milk, lemon juice, agrlic powder and parsley. When mixture is hot enough that small bubbles form around the edges, add the disolved cornstarch.
- Stir an cook a couple of minutes, until the sauce has thickened. Add salt, if desired.
- Spoon shrimp and cream sauce over individual plates of pasta and serve. If you wish to add the shrimp directly to the sauce, be careful not stir too much or they will break up.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 410.7, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 84.8, Sodium 565.2, Carbohydrate 53, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 1.9, Protein 18.1
CREAMY LEMON-SHRIMP PASTA
Add some zest to their plates with our Creamy Lemon Shrimp Pasta. This deliciously cheesy lemon shrimp pasta dish is ready to enjoy in just 20 minutes!
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings, about 1 cup each
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook pasta in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt and adding shrimp to the boiling water for the last 3 min. Meanwhile, heat broth in large skillet on medium heat. Add cream cheese, lemon zest and lemon juice; cook and stir 3 to 4 min. or until cream cheese is completely melted and sauce is well blended.
- Drain pasta mixture. Add to cream cheese sauce in skillet along with the Parmesan; mix lightly.
- Top with mozzarella; cover. Cook 3 to 4 min. or until mozzarella is melted. Sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 165 mg, Sodium 820 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 22 g
LEMONY SHRIMP WITH PASTA
"I created this supper standout one day with just the items in my refrigerator at the time. The recipe will leave your mouth watering for more! My family craves this dish any time of year because it's so delicious and light. Enjoy!" writes Cyndi McLaughlin in Pinon Pines, California.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat until melted. Add mushrooms; cook and stir 2 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add shrimp; cook and stir 5-7 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. , Stir in tomatoes, almonds, feta cheese, wine, lemon juice, salt and pepper; cook 3-5 minutes or until heated through. Stir in parsley., Drain pasta; place in a serving dish. Top with shrimp mixture and cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 734 calories, Fat 50g fat (26g saturated fat), Cholesterol 244mg cholesterol, Sodium 1470mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 32g protein.
CREAMY LEMONY SHRIMP PASTA
Shrimp and pasta? Yes, please! Get out the linguine and cream cheese and see how quickly this awesomeness comes together.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt.
- Meanwhile, heat oil in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add shrimp and garlic; cook and stir 3 to 5 min. or until shrimp turn pink. Remove shrimp from skillet; cover to keep warm.
- Add cream cheese spread, broth, dill and zest to same skillet; cook and stir 2 to 3 min. or until cream cheese is completely melted and sauce is well blended. Add shrimp, snow peas and tomatoes; cook and stir 3 min. or until heated through.
- Drain pasta. Add to shrimp mixture; mix lightly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 135 mg, Sodium 680 mg, Carbohydrate 35 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 3 g, Protein 21 g
CREAMY LEMON-BASIL SHRIMP PASTA
Quick and easy, creamy lemon-shrimp spaghetti with a great basil taste.
Provided by sweaver
Categories Pasta by Shape
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper; add to the pan and cook 30 seconds per side. Remove to a plate.
- Add shallots to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in chicken broth, lemon zest, and 1/2 of the lemon juice; heat for 2 minutes. Reserve remaining lemon juice for another use.
- Add cream and bring to a simmer. Return shrimp to the skillet and cook until heated through and pink, 2 to 3 minutes. Add basil.
- Drain spaghetti, reserving 1/4 to 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Add spaghetti to the skillet. Add pasta water as needed and pepper flakes; toss to coat. Season with pepper if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 342.5 calories, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 142.5 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 20.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 192.6 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
ONE-POT LEMON GARLIC SHRIMP PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY
This easy 30-minute pasta recipe transforms ingredients that you already have in your kitchen into a posh, seafood dish you'll want to serve at your next dinner party. And since the whole dish is made in a single pot, clean-up is easy. Don't be surprised if this becomes your favorite quick go-to.
Provided by Robert Broadfoot
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large pot, boil water and add pasta. Cook (stirring frequently) until al dente.
- Drain and set pasta aside.
- In the same pan, heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter. Add garlic and crushed red pepper, cook until fragrant.
- Toss in shrimp, salt and pepper to taste, and stir until shrimp start to turn pink, but are not fully cooked.
- Add oregano and spinach, cook until wilted.
- Return cooked pasta to the pot, add remaining butter, parmesan, and parsley. Stir until well mixed and the butter is melted.
- When the shrimp are cooked, add lemon juice, mix once more, then serve while hot.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 648 calories, Carbohydrate 48 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 36 grams, Sugar 2 grams
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh shrimp that is deveined and peeled.
- If you don't have white wine on hand, you can substitute chicken broth or water.
- Be careful not to overcook the shrimp, as they will become tough and rubbery.
- Add the lemon juice and zest at the end of cooking to preserve their bright flavor.
- Serve the shrimp and pasta immediately, garnished with fresh parsley or chives.
Conclusion:
This Lemon Cream Shrimp and Pasta is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. The creamy sauce is rich and flavorful, and the shrimp are cooked to perfection. Serve this dish with a side of your favorite vegetables or salad for a complete meal.
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