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Creamy Shrimp Alfredo with Zucchini Noodles

Creamy Shrimp Alfredo with Zucchini Noodles

450kcal
Prep 20 minutes
Cook 10 minutes
Total 30 minutes
Indulge in this Creamy Shrimp Alfredo with Zucchini Noodles, a quick and delicious dinner that elevates comfort food to a lighter, healthier option.
Servings 4 servings
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian

Ingredients

For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb Large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 0.5 tsp Paprika
For the Zucchini Noodles
  • 4 medium Zucchini spiralized
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 3 tbsp Unsalted butter divided
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 4 oz Cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
For Garnish
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Spiralizer
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • whisk

Method

How to Make
  1. Spiralize the zucchini. Begin by spiralizing 4 medium zucchinis. Toss them with 1/2 tsp salt and let them sit for 20 minutes to sweat.
  2. Prepare the shrimp. Take 1 lb of large shrimp, peel and devein them if you haven't already. Pat dry and season with salt, pepper, and 1/2 tsp paprika.
  3. Sauté the shrimp. In a large skillet, melt 2 tbsp of butter over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until they turn pink. Add minced garlic during the last 30 seconds.
  4. Make the sauce. Reduce the heat to low, add 1 tbsp of butter and 4 oz cream cheese in the same skillet. Whisk until melted and smooth.
  5. Add the cream. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of heavy cream, stirring until combined and simmering.
  6. Incorporate the cheese. Off the heat, stir in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is thick and velvety. Adjust with salt and pepper.
  7. Combine it all. Fold in the dry zucchini noodles and sautéed shrimp, tossing gently to coat. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving1servingCalories450kcalCarbohydrates8gProtein25gFat36gSaturated Fat18gCholesterol200mgSodium800mgPotassium700mgFiber3gSugar3gVitamin A600IUVitamin C25mgCalcium400mgIron2mg

Notes

Ensure the zucchini noodles are well-sweated to avoid excess moisture. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

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