Shrimp Tortellini in Lemon Garlic Cream Sauce
A delicious and easy-to-make dish combining shrimp, cheese tortellini, and a creamy lemon garlic sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh shrimp is recommended for optimal flavor.
- 9 ounces cheese tortellini Cook according to package instructions.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For cooking the shrimp.
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Provides flavor to the sauce.
- 1 cup heavy cream Base for the creamy sauce.
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Add for richness.
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest Adds freshness.
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice Adjust according to taste.
- to taste Salt and pepper Seasoning to taste.
- 1 tablespoon butter For added richness.
- to garnish Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.
- to serve Lemon wedges Optional serving accompaniment.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until pink and opaque. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute or until fragrant.
Cooking
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until it melts and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add lemon zest and lemon juice to the sauce, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir in the butter until it melts and incorporates into the sauce. Then add the cooked shrimp and tortellini to the skillet.
- Gently toss everything together until the shrimp and tortellini are well-coated in the lemon garlic cream sauce.
Serving
- Present your shrimp tortellini in a serving bowl or on individual plates, garnished with chopped parsley. Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. Reheat gently in a skillet, adding a splash of cream or water as needed. Experiment with herbs or adjust lemon juice for taste.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g