YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Creamy Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta with Fresh Spinach
Enjoy a vibrant blend of succulent shrimp tossed with whole wheat pasta in a silky lemon garlic cream sauce enriched with fresh spinach. This dish is light yet satisfying, offering a burst of citrus and savory garlic that complements the natural sweetness of the shrimp, all wrapped in a creamy texture that’s perfect for a balanced meal.
INGREDIENTS
4 oz Shrimp
2 oz Whole Wheat Pasta (dry)
1/4 cup Low-Fat Cream Cheese
1 cup Fresh Spinach
1 tsp Olive Oil
1 Garlic Clove
1/2 Lemon
Salt & Pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add the whole wheat pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside, reserving a small amount of pasta water.
While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, approximately 2-3 minutes per side. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
Squeeze in the juice of half a lemon (retain some zest for garnish) and stir in the low-fat cream cheese. Mix well, gradually adding reserved pasta water to thin the sauce if needed.
Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet along with the fresh spinach. Stir continuously until the spinach wilts and everything is evenly coated in the creamy sauce.
Adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired. Plate and garnish with a sprinkle of lemon zest before serving.