Dairy-Free Garlic Butter Shrimp in Cream Sauce

Savor the rich and indulgent flavors of Dairy-Free Garlic Butter Shrimp in Cream Sauce, a creamy yet light seafood dish perfect for any occasion! This recipe swaps traditional dairy with full-fat coconut milk and vegan butter, creating a luscious cream sauce that's infused with zesty lemon, aromatic garlic, and the savory depth of nutritional yeast. Tender, perfectly seared shrimp are bathed in this velvety sauce, making each bite irresistibly flavorful. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is a quick and satisfying option for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. Serve it over fluffy rice, your favorite pasta, or alongside crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the sauce. Ideal for those following a dairy-free lifestyle, this recipe guarantees bold, indulgent flavors without compromise.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons vegan butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup coconut milk, full-fat
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Begin by patting the peeled and deveined shrimp dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add the shrimp in a single layer.

Step 3

Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the vegan butter.

Step 5

Once the vegan butter has melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Pour in the coconut milk, stir in the nutritional yeast, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Allow the sauce to cook for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally until it slightly thickens.

Step 8

Add the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the sauce. Stir well to combine.

Step 9

Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, combining it with the creamy sauce. Let it heat through for another 2 minutes.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Step 11

Serve the dairy-free garlic butter shrimp over rice, pasta, or enjoy with crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(839.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1628.4

Total Fat 119.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 75.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 857.3mg	0%
Sodium 3192.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 27.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.0g	0%
Total Sugars 8.3g
Protein 121.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 427.2mg	0%
Iron 12.0mg	0%
Potassium 2290.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.5%

Protein: 29.0%

Carbs: 6.5%