Creamy Garlic Lemon Shrimp Pasta

Ingredients

• 1 lb shrimp (Peeled and deveined, with tails removed.)
• 1 caja high-protein, low-carb pasta (For example, Pete’s Pasta; cook according to the package instructions.)
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup onion (Chopped.)
• 3 dientes garlic (Large cloves, finely chopped.)
• 0.5 cup heavy cream (Heavy cream.)
• 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese (Grated.)
• 1 limón lemon juice (Juice of one whole lemon.)
• 0.5 limón lemon zest (Zest of half a lemon.)
• salt (To season the shrimp, to taste.)
• paprika (To season the shrimp, to taste.)
• garlic powder (To season the shrimp, to taste.)
• 0.25 tsp salt (For the sauce.)
• black pepper (A pinch, for the sauce.)
• fresh parsley (Chopped, for garnish.)

Steps

1. 1

   Cook the low-carb pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

2. 2

   Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

3. 3

   Season the shrimp with salt, paprika, and garlic powder, distributing the seasonings over both sides.

4. 4

   Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the unsalted butter.

5. 5

   Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 1–2 minutes per side, until pink, opaque, and fully cooked.

6. 6

   Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside. Keep the butter and any juices left in the skillet.

7. 7

   Add the chopped onion to the same skillet and sauté until it begins to soften.

8. 8

   Add the chopped garlic and cook until fragrant, without letting it burn.

9. 9

   Pour the heavy cream into the skillet.

10. 10

    Add the lemon juice and zest. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.

11. 11

    Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and the sauce has thickened slightly.

12. 12

    Season the sauce with 1/4 tsp salt and a pinch of black pepper.

13. 13

    Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet.

14. 14

    Add the drained pasta and gently toss until completely coated with the sauce.

15. 15

    Serve immediately and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Notes

The original recipe does not specify quantities for the salt, paprika, garlic powder, or parsley; adjust them to taste. Cook the shrimp only until opaque to prevent them from drying out.

Nutrition per serving

• main course
• pasta
• shrimp
• seafood
• low-carb
• high-protein
• creamy
• quick dinner