Vegan Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta
Indulge in the creamy, comforting flavors of this Vegan Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta, a plant-based twist on a classic favorite! Featuring tender vegan shrimp tossed with perfectly al dente linguine, this dish is coated in a luxurious garlic butter sauce made with vegan butter, fragrant minced garlic, and a zesty splash of lemon juice. Nutritional yeast adds a savory, cheesy depth, while a hint of red pepper flakes gives just the right amount of heat. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this dairy-free, meat-free recipe is quick to prepare—ready in just 30 minutes—making it the perfect weeknight dinner for busy schedules. Bonus: It’s easily customizable with gluten-free pasta for those with dietary needs. Rich, decadent, and completely vegan, this recipe satisfies cravings for a creamy pasta dish while staying kind to the planet.
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Ingredients
- 1 package vegan shrimp
- 8 ounces linguine pasta (gluten-free if desired)
- 4 tablespoons vegan butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Cook the linguine pasta according to the package instructions, drain, and set aside. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.
Step 2
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the vegan butter together with the olive oil.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic to the skillet, and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Step 4
Add the vegan shrimp to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
Step 5
Stir in the lemon juice, nutritional yeast, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
Step 6
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet along with the reserved pasta water. Toss everything together to coat the pasta well.
Step 7
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the fresh parsley.
Step 8
Serve the pasta hot, garnishing with additional parsley and nutritional yeast if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (599.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1144.3 |
| Total Fat 65.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 31.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2524.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 115.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 4.4g | |
| Protein 21.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 109.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 579.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories