Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta Recipe
Darling, if dinner feels dull, lemon garlic shrimp pasta is ready to swoop in—minus the shrimp, because this diva is vegan.
Juicy marinated mushrooms strut in as the “shrimp,” while lemon and garlic create a sauce brighter than your best highlighter.
This recipe is light, zesty, and packed with plant-powered sass that keeps your taste buds entertained without drama.
Forget complicated meals, this pasta comes together faster than your last online shopping spree.
So grab that pan, squeeze that lemon, and let garlic make your kitchen smell like victory.
Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta Recipe
A bright, garlicky vegan shrimp pasta made with marinated mushrooms, lemon juice, herbs, and silky noodles—refreshing, quick, and guilt-free.
Ingredients
- 12 oz linguine or spaghetti
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 12 oz oyster mushrooms or king mushrooms, sliced into “shrimp” chunks
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ½ tsp salt adjust to taste
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp chili flakes optional
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
- ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, drain, and set aside.
- Marinate mushrooms with soy sauce, lemon juice, and pepper for 10 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Add marinated mushrooms and cook until golden and tender.
- Stir in almond milk, nutritional yeast, chili flakes, and lemon zest.
- Add cooked pasta, tossing until evenly coated.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 400
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.8g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 13g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin C: 20%
- Iron: 15%
- Folate: 18%
- Potassium: 22%
- Magnesium: 12%
Additional Notes & Tips
- Swap mushrooms with hearts of palm or tofu for a fun texture twist.
- Add extra lemon juice if you love bold, tangy flavors.
- A splash of white wine elevates the sauce into full-on restaurant vibes.
- Perfect with garlic bread, a glass of bubbly, and zero stress.
