Best 6 Cream Free Shrimp Alfredo Recipes

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Indulge in a delectable and creamy culinary experience with our collection of cream-free shrimp Alfredo recipes, crafted to cater to various dietary preferences and taste buds. From the classic Alfredo sauce made with wholesome ingredients like butter, Parmesan cheese, and garlic to lighter variations featuring almond or cashew cream, these recipes offer a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Each recipe is meticulously curated to ensure a luscious and rich sauce that perfectly coats succulent shrimp and your favorite pasta. Whether you're seeking a gluten-free, dairy-free, or vegan option, our diverse selection of recipes has something for everyone. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey where creamy indulgence meets dietary consciousness.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SHRIMP ALFREDO



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Instead of buying a jar of Alfredo sauce, make it from scratch with this simple recipe. The garlic aroma will call your family to the table.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces uncooked fettuccine
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in cream. Bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes, stirring constantly. , Add the shrimp, cheese, garlic and pepper; cook and stir until heated through. Drain fettuccine; toss with shrimp mixture. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 794 calories, Fat 52g fat (31g saturated fat), Cholesterol 337mg cholesterol, Sodium 616mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 39g protein.

CREAM-FREE SHRIMP ALFREDO



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There's no cream in this take on alfredo, but the end result is just as rich and silky as its heavier versions-and arguably makes a better final dish since ingredients like cream tend to mask delicate flavors like seafood. So how did we manage to create a creamy (yet cream-less) alfredo? By slowly whisking in butter, cheese, and egg yolk into starchy pasta water, the mixture emulsifies into a sauce that-once tossed with the shrimp, fettuccine, and peas-is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

Provided by Greg Lofts

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 ounces fettuccine
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3/4 cup frozen peas (unthawed)
1 pound medium shrimp (26 to 30), peeled and deveined
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large egg yolk
3 ounces Parmigiano-Reggiano, grated (3/4 cup), plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a large pot of generously salted boiling water until al dente, about 2 minutes less than package instructions. Add peas during last 15 seconds of cooking. Drain, reserving 2 1/2 cups pasta water and covering to keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, season shrimp with salt and pepper. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large straight-sided skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook, flipping once, until golden brown in places and just cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes total. Transfer to a plate.
  • In a bowl, slowly whisk 3/4 cup pasta water into egg yolk. Bring another 3/4 cup pasta water to a simmer in skillet over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low until water is steaming hot but no longer simmering; stir in remaining 2 tablespoons butter until melted. Whisk in cheese, a little at a time, allowing each addition to dissolve before adding more, until smooth. Slowly whisk in yolk mixture.
  • Add pasta and peas; increase heat to medium and cook, tossing a few times, until sauce thickens just enough to evenly coat pasta. Remove from heat; toss in shrimp and any accumulated juices. (If sauce has thickened too much, add more pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time.) Serve with more cheese and pepper.

NO-CREAM ALFREDO SAUCE



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Traditional Roman fettucine Alfredo doesn't contain a drop of cream or milk, so whether you have none in your refrigerator or you are a traditionalist, this is the recipe for you. Just because there's no cream, however, doesn't mean it isn't over the top with richness and flavor.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

Kosher salt
12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
6 ounces Parmesan, freshly grated (about 2 cups)
1 pound dried fettuccine
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Put the butter and cheese in a large bowl and set aside.
  • Add the fettuccine to the boiling water and cook, stirring occasionally, according to the package instructions for al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta and add it to the large bowl. Using tongs, gently toss the pasta with the butter and cheese, adding pasta water as necessary to create a creamy looking sauce. Top with a few grinds of pepper.

CREAMY SHRIMP ALFREDO



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Learn to make a restaurant-quality dish with our Creamy Shrimp Alfredo recipe. This Creamy Shrimp Alfredo features hints of parsley and balsamic vinaigrette. Depth of flavor this good is not only achievable, but ready in less than half an hour. Success is delicious.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings, 1-1/4 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 lb. linguine, uncooked
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
1/2 lb. uncooked deveined peeled medium shrimp
3 cloves garlic, minced
6 oz. (3/4 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cubed
3/4 cup fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese, divided
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt.
  • Meanwhile, heat dressing in Large Skillet on medium heat. Add shrimp; cook and stir 2 to 3 min. or until shrimp turn pink, adding garlic for the last minute. Remove shrimp from skillet with slotted spoon, reserving liquid in skillet; set shrimp aside. Add cream cheese and broth to reserved liquid in skillet; cook 3 to 5 min or until cream cheese is completely melted and mixture is well blended, stirring frequently. Stir in shrimp and 3 Tbsp. Parmesan.
  • Drain pasta. Add to shrimp mixture; mix lightly. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 155 mg, Sodium 870 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 23 g

SHRIMP ALFREDO PASTA



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A wonderful shrimp pasta dish! I came up with this on my own one night. You can change the amount of ingredients to your taste.

Provided by LISSA MURR

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Shrimp

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) jar Alfredo-style pasta sauce
1 (16 ounce) package angel hair pasta
2 pounds fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup butter, melted
½ small green bell pepper, diced
½ small red onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over low-temperature, heat the Alfredo sauce. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Boil shrimp in a large pot of water until they turn orange. Then place in bowl with melted butter. Let shrimp marinate for 15 to 30 minutes; remove. In a large skillet over medium heat, saute the green pepper and onion in a small amount of oil.
  • Mix together the cooked pasta, shrimp, pepper-onion mixture and Alfredo sauce. Season with garlic powder and cumin.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 621.1 calories, Carbohydrate 34.9 g, Cholesterol 256.7 mg, Fat 42 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 27.7 g, SaturatedFat 21.2 g, Sodium 1038.3 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

SHRIMP ALFREDO



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Indulge in a plate full of linguine and prawns bathed in garlicky Parmesan cream sauce for dinner tonight. Sprinkle with extra cheese and lemon zest to brighten it up.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound fettuccine
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tail left on if desired
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1 3/4 cups heavy cream
1 cup (3 ounces) grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest plus 1 to 2 tablespoons lemon juice, plus more lemon zest for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon salt and the pasta; cook until al dente, according to package directions. Reserve 3/4 cup cooking water, then drain pasta.
  • Heat a large straight-sided skillet over high heat. Add butter and let melt. Add shrimp and garlic, season with salt and lemon zest, and cook until just opaque, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove shrimp from pan, leaving garlic. Add cream and simmer on medium for 5 minutes.
  • Remove garlic cloves. Stir in drained pasta and cheese. Mix in pasta water to achieve a creamy consistency, then season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Add shrimp and serve sprinkled with cheese and lemon zest.

Tips:

  • Use a large skillet or pot to cook the shrimp. This will prevent overcrowding and ensure that the shrimp cooks evenly.
  • Do not overcook the shrimp. They should be cooked until they are pink and opaque, not tough and rubbery.
  • Use a low-sodium vegetable broth to make the sauce. This will help to control the saltiness of the dish.
  • Add the cornstarch mixture slowly to the sauce, whisking constantly. This will help to prevent the sauce from becoming lumpy.
  • Serve the shrimp alfredo over your favorite pasta, such as spaghetti, fettuccine, or penne.

Conclusion:

This cream-free shrimp alfredo is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional shrimp alfredo. It is made with a simple sauce that is thickened with cornstarch instead of cream, making it lower in fat and calories. The sauce is also made with low-sodium vegetable broth, which helps to control the saltiness of the dish. This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.

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