Silky Shrimp Linguine in Cream Sauce
Silky Shrimp Linguine in Cream Sauce pairs tender shrimp with al dente pasta in a rich, velvety sauce kissed with garlic, white wine, and fresh basil. The Parmesan adds a gentle nuttiness that rounds out each bite, making it perfect for a relaxed weeknight dinner or a simple date-night meal.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Silky Shrimp Linguine in Cream Sauce, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 26 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 47 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 51
- Heart Health
- 73
- Metabolic
- 46
- Digestive
- 29
- Inflammatory
- 43
- Performance
- 41
- General Wellness
- 1
Assemble all the ingredients.
- 2
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta in the boiling water, stirring now and then, until tender but still slightly firm, about 12 minutes.
- 3
While the spaghetti cooks, warm the oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Cook the garlic until soft but not browned, about 1 minute. Add the shrimp and cook until opaque, about 3 minutes.
- 4
Add the wine, lower the heat, and pour in the cream. Let it simmer until the sauce begins to thicken, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in the basil and season with salt and pepper.
- 5
Drain the spaghetti and spoon the creamy shrimp on top. Serve with Parmesan cheese.
- Calories 811.71 kcal High 41%
- Protein 43.33 g Good Source 87%
- Carbohydrate 95.88 g 35%
- Total Fat 26.3 g High 34%
- Saturated Fat 12.81 g High 64%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 289.32 mg High 96%
- Sodium 210.18 mg Moderate 9%
- Dietary Fiber 6.17 g Good Source 22%
- Total Sugars 2.06 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 233.89 mg Moderate 18%
- Iron 4.9 mg Good Source 27%
- Potassium 670.12 mg Moderate 14%
- Vitamin A 7.81 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 10.47 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Shellfish 🦐
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Sulfites
- Garlic 🧄
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Silky Shrimp Linguine in Cream Sauce is made with 9 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 25 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Fresh Basil, Garlic, Grated Parmesan Cheese, and Heavy Cream. Each serving provides about 811.71 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Silky Shrimp Linguine in Cream Sauce made of?
- The main ingredients are Fresh Basil, Garlic, Grated Parmesan Cheese, Heavy Cream, Olive Oil. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Silky Shrimp Linguine in Cream Sauce?
- About 25 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 811.71 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Silky Shrimp Linguine in Cream Sauce easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Silky Shrimp Linguine in Cream Sauce healthy?
- Silky Shrimp Linguine in Cream Sauce has an easyChef Pro health score of 46/100. Per serving, it provides 811.71 calories and 43.33 g of protein, or 87% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 210.18 mg (9% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 12.81 g (64% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Sulfites, Garlic and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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