Fettuccine with Shrimp and Spinach
User Reviews
4.1
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
640 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Fettuccine with Shrimp and Spinach
Description
This recipe cooks dry fettuccine pasta until al dente, then sets it aside. Shrimp seasoned with Old Bay seasoning are sautéed in butter, turning pink in minutes. Garlic and baby spinach are added last to the skillet, cooking until the spinach wilts. The pasta is combined with the shrimp mixture along with lemon juice, shredded Parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley.
The lemon juice brightens the flavor, while the butter and Parmesan add richness and creaminess. The combination of garlic, seafood seasoning, and fresh spinach contributes layers of flavor and texture. Garnishing with lemon slices and additional Parmesan rounds out the presentation. The result is a well-balanced dish where the tender fettuccine and shrimp harmonize with fresh greens and citrus.
This dish is served immediately to preserve the tender texture of shrimp and freshness of spinach. The recipe includes a nutrition label but provides no specific storage or reheating tips.
Ingredients
- 16 oz Fettuccine pasta dry, 1 box
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 lb Shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1 garlic large clove, finely chopped
- 8 oz baby spinach
- 1 ½ tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese shredded
- ¼ cup parsley chopped
- lemon slices and to garnish
- Parmesan Cheese slices and to garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a large, non-stick skillet and add the shrimp. Sprinkle them with the Old Bay Seasoning and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Add the garlic and spinach and cook for 3-4 minutes, just until the spinach is wilted.
- Add the lemon juice, cooked pasta, Parmesan cheese, and parsley. Stir everything together and adjust the seasoning, if needed (salt, pepper, or more lemon juice).
- Garnish with lemon slices and Parmesan Cheese. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 640 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 640kcal | 32% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Protein | 56g | 112% |
| Fat | 29g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 285mg | 95% |
| Sodium | 2077mg | 87% |
| Potassium | 457mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 7500IU | 150% |
| Vitamin C | 52.8mg | 59% |
| Calcium | 770mg | 77% |
| Iron | 7mg | 39% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.1
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