Shrimp Alfredo with Spinach Recipe
This Shrimp Alfredo with Spinach is creamy, dreamy, and dangerously good—like comfort food met sophistication and decided to stay for dinner. The vegan shrimp adds that juicy bite, the spinach pretends it’s making the dish “healthy,” and the Alfredo sauce? Pure, silky indulgence. It’s fast, fabulous, and made for those nights when you want restaurant vibes without leaving your cozy chaos. One pan, minimal effort, maximum deliciousness. Warning: You might lick the plate clean and call it “portion control.” Forget the takeout—this one’s your new date-night or “treat-yourself” pasta perfection.
Shrimp Alfredo with Spinach Recipe
A rich, creamy vegan Alfredo pasta with tender plant-based shrimp and spinach tossed in a velvety cashew sauce for effortless luxury.
Ingredients
Method
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and drizzle with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and lightly golden.
- Toss in vegan shrimp and cook for 3–4 minutes until slightly crisp.
- Add spinach and sauté until just wilted.
- In a blender, combine soaked cashews, almond milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the sauce into the skillet with the shrimp and spinach.
- Add the cooked pasta and toss until evenly coated.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste, then serve warm with parsley and chili flakes.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 390
- Total Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 16 g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin C: 14%
- Iron: 11%
- Calcium: 9%
- Vitamin B6: 8%
- Magnesium: 10%
Additional Notes / Tips
- For extra creaminess, add a splash of almond milk before serving.
- Swap spinach for kale if you want more texture.
- Use gluten-free pasta if needed.
- Add roasted cherry tomatoes for a tangy twist.
- Pro tip: serve with garlic bread and pretend you’re in Tuscany.
