Shrimp in Red Pepper Cauliflower Cream Sauce recipe

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Shrimp in Red Pepper Cauliflower Cream Sauce recipe

When you’re craving something creamy yet healthy, this shrimp dish with a luscious red pepper cauliflower cream sauce is the perfect solution. It’s rich, flavorful, and comes together surprisingly quickly!
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 4

Ingredients:

  1.  1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  2.  2 tbsp olive oil
  3.  3 garlic cloves, minced
  4.  1 head cauliflower, chopped into florets
  5.  2 roasted red bell peppers, chopped
  6.  1 cup vegetable broth
  7.  1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
  8.  1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  9.  1 tsp smoked paprika
  10.  1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  11.  Salt and pepper, to taste
  12.  Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Cook the cauliflower:
In a pot, boil cauliflower florets in salted water until tender (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
2. Prepare the sauce:
 In a blender, combine the cooked cauliflower, roasted red bell peppers, vegetable broth, almond milk, Parmesan cheese, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning if needed.
3. Sauté the shrimp:
 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
4. Combine the sauce and shrimp:
 In the same skillet, add the cauliflower cream sauce and cook on medium heat for 2-3 minutes until heated through. Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
5. Garnish and serve:
 Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve warm over pasta, zoodles, or rice.

Tips and Variations

1. Use fresh and high-quality ingredients: Fresh shrimp, red bell peppers, and cauliflower will make a big difference in the flavor and texture of the dish.
2. Roast the red peppers: Roasting the red peppers brings out their natural sweetness and adds depth to the sauce.
3. Don’t overcook the shrimp: Cook the shrimp until they’re pink and just cooked through, to prevent them from becoming tough and rubbery.
4. Use different types of protein: Experiment with other types of protein, such as chicken, scallops, or tofu, for a unique twist.
5. Add some spice: Mix in some diced jalapeños or red pepper flakes for an added kick.
6. Make it a low-carb option: Serve the shrimp and sauce over zucchini noodles or shirataki noodles for a low-carb option.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

– Calories: 320
– Protein: 30g
– Fat: 18g
– Saturated Fat: 8g
– Cholesterol: 180mg
– Carbohydrates: 10g
– Fiber: 5g
– Sugar: 5g
– Sodium: 250mg

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