Description
Creamy shrimp and asparagus pasta is a delightful dish that combines succulent shrimp, tender asparagus, and a rich, velvety sauce for a comforting meal. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in, this recipe is quick to prepare and bursting with flavor. With vibrant colors and satisfying textures, it’s an elegant dinner option that anyone can make.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or linguine
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add the shrimp, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until pink (approximately 3 minutes).
- Stir in the asparagus and cook until tender-crisp (about 4 minutes).
- Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring. Allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese until melted, then add lemon juice for brightness.
- Serve immediately with additional Parmesan on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 210mg