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cajun shrimp Alfredo plated with noodles

Shrimp and Cajun Alfredo Sauce Recipe

Sarah Harper MS, RD, LDN
Enjoy this delicious dairy-free pasta dish!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, cajun
Servings 4 servings
Calories 487 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large Pot
  • 1 large skillet
  • 1 colander
  • 1 Tongs
  • 1 measuing cups and spoons
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 knife
  • 1 mixing spoon

Ingredients
  

For The Shrimp

  • 1 lbs large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp algae oil or olive oil
  • 1 tbsp cajun seasoning

For The Pasta and Veggies

  • 12 oz Fettuccine pasta
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1 celery stalk, diced
  • 1 tbsp algae oil or avocado oil
  • 1 tbsp cajun seasoning

Additional Ingredients

  • 1-2 cups Cashew Alfredo Sauce
  • fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions
 

Step 1: Cook the Pasta

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine pasta (12 oz) according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set it aside.

Step 2: Prepare the Shrimp

  • Pat the shrimp (1 lb) dry with a paper towel and season with Cajun seasoning (1 tbsp), garlic powder (1/2 tsp), salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil (1 tbsp) in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3: Combine Everything

  • Return the skillet to low heat. Add the carrot and celery to the skillet and sautee for 5 minutes. Once the vegetables are cooked add the cajun spices to toast for 1-2 minuties. Pour the prepared cashew Alfredo sauce over the sauteed vegetables and seasoning and stir to mix. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
  • Add the cooked pasta and cooked shrimp back to the skillet and gently toss everything together. Taste and season with additional Cajun seasoning (1-2 tsp), salt, and pepper, as needed.

Step 4: Serve & Garnish

  • Plate the Cajun Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo while hot. Garnish with fresh parsley, red pepper flakes, and a lemon wedge for squeezing over the top (optional). Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Nutrition Disclosure
Please note that nutrition facts for the Cashew Alfredo sauce recipe are not included. The nutritional content will vary depending on the specific ingredients and brands you use, as well as any modifications or serving sizes. For the most accurate information, I recommend calculating the nutrition facts using your preferred tool based on the exact ingredients you choose.

Nutrition

Calories: 487kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 214mgSodium: 681mgPotassium: 490mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 4573IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 108mgIron: 3mg
Keyword 30 minutes or less, pasta, shrimp
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