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Creamy Lemon Shrimp

Creamy Lemon Shrimp: A Quick, Satisfying Dinner Delight

Creamy Lemon Shrimp is a quick and delicious meal that combines indulgence and health, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp, deveined and tails off Use fresh or thawed frozen shrimp.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 2/3 cup Nutpods or almond milk Dairy-free cream base.
  • 1/3 cup Water or broth Chicken or vegetable broth adds depth.
  • 1 tablespoon Arrowroot starch This thickener brings the sauce together.
Flavor Enhancers
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil Feel free to swap for avocado oil.
  • 1 tablespoon Minced garlic Fresh garlic provides fantastic aroma.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to your personal taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Freshly ground adds heat.
  • 1 lemon Juice of Fresh juice delivers the best acidity.
For Garnish
  • Lemon slices Enhance presentation.
  • Parsley Adds freshness.

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it shimmers, about 1-2 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  2. Gently add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Sauté the shrimp for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
  3. Squeeze lemon juice over the shrimp and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the shrimp are fully cooked.
  4. Pour in nutpods or almond milk and water or broth, lowering the heat to medium-low. Stir well and let simmer for about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Whisk in arrowroot starch gradually, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Stir the shrimp into the creamy sauce to coat evenly and remove from heat.
  7. Plate the creamy lemon shrimp and garnish with lemon slices and chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh or properly thawed shrimp for best results. Opt for original flavored nutpods or almond milk for the sauce.

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