Linguine with Scallion Sauce and Sauteed Shrimp

Dairy Free
Health score
36%
Linguine with Scallion Sauce and Sauteed Shrimp
45 min.
4
734kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Linguine with Scallion Sauce and Sautéed Shrimp—a perfect fusion of flavors that promises to tantalize your taste buds! This dish is not only dairy-free but also embodies a refreshing medley of aromatic scallions and succulent shrimp, making it a fantastic choice for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. In less than 45 minutes, you'll create a vibrant and satisfying meal that serves four, ideal for sharing with family or friends.

The preparation begins with the simple yet essential steps of dealing with fresh ingredients, particularly the scallions, which bring a unique flavor profile to the sauce. As the scallion sauce melds beautifully with the al dente linguine, the sautéed shrimp add a touch of elegance and protein, transforming this dish into a hearty main course. Each bite is a perfect blend of garlic-infused richness and the bright, green notes of scallions, elevated further by the luscious olive oil that ties everything together.

Whether you’re looking to impress guests or simply craving a comforting meal, this dish is sure to be a hit. Plus, with its vibrant presentation, it’s as pleasing to the eyes as it is to the palate. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to enjoy a restaurant-quality meal right in your own kitchen!

Ingredients

  •  garlic clove 
  • pound pasta dried
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • servings spring onion thinly sliced
  • 0.8 pound spring onion ( 3 large bunches)
  • pound shrimp ( 24)

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • ladle
  • pot
  • blender
  • slotted spoon
  • colander

Directions

  1. Cut enough of scallion greens into 2-inch pieces to measure 3 cups and finely chop white parts. Mince garlic. Shell and devein shrimp.
  2. Fill a 6-quart pasta pot three fourths full with salted water and bring to a boil for scallion greens and pasta.
  3. In a deep 12-inch heavy skillet cook finely chopped scallions in 2 tablespoons oil over moderately low heat, stirring, until tender, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add garlic and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
  5. Transfer mixture to a blender and wipe skillet clean.
  6. Blanch scallion greens in boiling water 30 seconds and with a slotted spoon transfer to blender.
  7. Transfer 1/4 cup scallion water to blender and reserve water remaining in pot over low heat, covered. Blend scallion mixture with 2 tablespoons oil until smooth (use caution when blending hot liquids). Season sauce with salt and pepper.
  8. In skillet heat 2 tablespoons oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and sauté half of shrimp, turning them, until golden brown on both sides and just cooked through, about 2 minutes.
  9. Transfer shrimp to a plate and keep warm, covered. Sauté remaining shrimp in same manner, adding remaining tablespoon oil if necessary, and keep warm in skillet, covered.
  10. Return water in pot to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water, stirring occasionally, until al dente and ladle out and reserve 1 cup pasta water.
  11. Drain pasta in a colander and add to skillet with sauce and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water.
  12. Heat mixture over low heat, gently tossing (and adding more pasta water as needed if mixture becomes dry), until just heated through.
  13. Serve pasta topped with remaining shrimp and garnished with scallion greens.

Nutrition Facts

Calories734kcal
Protein21.38%
Fat28.7%
Carbs49.92%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34
Glycemic Load
35.56
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
27.057826208032%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
1.24mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
9.75mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:734.11kcal
36.71%
Fat:23.47g
36.11%
Saturated Fat:3.36g
20.98%
Carbohydrates:91.85g
30.62%
Net Carbohydrates:85.83g
31.21%
Sugar:5.16g
5.74%
Cholesterol:182.57mg
60.86%
Sodium:156.99mg
6.83%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:39.34g
78.68%
Vitamin K:201.25µg
191.67%
Selenium:72.43µg
103.47%
Manganese:1.25mg
62.4%
Phosphorus:492.98mg
49.3%
Copper:0.85mg
42.56%
Magnesium:118.38mg
29.59%
Vitamin E:3.65mg
24.34%
Fiber:6.03g
24.11%
Zinc:3.49mg
23.27%
Potassium:809.77mg
23.14%
Vitamin C:17.59mg
21.32%
Iron:3.55mg
19.75%
Folate:78.73µg
19.68%
Vitamin A:907.89IU
18.16%
Calcium:164.87mg
16.49%
Vitamin B3:2.42mg
12.08%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
11.76%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.34%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.38%
Vitamin B5:0.57mg
5.66%
Source:Epicurious