Cajun Shrimp Pasta | 15 Minute Pasta Recipe with ONLY 7 Ingredients!

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds a cheesy flavor.

Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add garlic and onion; sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.

Stir in bell pepper and celery; cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Add shrimp to the skillet; season with cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.

Cook shrimp until pink and opaque, about 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Reduce heat to low; add heavy cream and bring to a simmer.

Stir in cooked pasta and toss to combine, ensuring pasta is coated in sauce.

Add parmesan cheese and stir until melted and creamy; adjust seasoning if necessary.

Finish with lemon juice and green onions; toss to combine.

Serve immediately, garnished with additional parmesan if desired.

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