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Shrimp Garlic Butter Pasta Weeknight Recipe

This Shrimp Garlic Butter Pasta Weeknight Recipe uses plant-based shrimp, rich garlic butter flavor, and pasta for a quick vegan dinner.

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Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 460
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Plant-based shrimp – 200 g
  • Pasta spaghetti or linguine – 150 g
  • Vegan butter – 2 tablespoons
  • Olive oil – 1 tablespoon
  • Garlic – 5 cloves minced
  • Red chili flakes – ¼ teaspoon
  • Lemon juice – 1 tablespoon
  • Pasta water – ¼ cup
  • Salt – to taste
  • Black pepper – ¼ teaspoon
  • Fresh parsley – 2 tablespoons chopped

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta in salted water according to package instructions, reserving ¼ cup pasta water.
  2. Heat olive oil and vegan butter in a pan over medium heat.
  3. Add garlic and chili flakes, sauté gently for 30 seconds.
  4. Add plant-based shrimp and cook for 3–4 minutes until lightly golden.
  5. Add cooked pasta and reserved water, tossing to coat evenly.
  6. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
  7. Finish with parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 460 kcal
  • Total Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 48 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 26 g

Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Vitamin B12: 30%
  • Iron: 20%
  • Magnesium: 15%
  • Potassium: 14%
  • Vitamin E: 12%

Additional Notes / Tips to Enhance the Flavor

  • Add spinach if adulthood feels necessary.
  • Finish with lemon zest for sharper attitude.
  • Serve hot, because reheated pasta loses dignity.
Because weeknight pasta should feel luxurious, not complicated.