A healthy twist on a favorite: Fettucini alfredo ala cukes and cauli recipe uses nourishing bone broth & veggies for gluten free, dairy free pasta dinner
1handfulparsleyabout 1/4 cup plus extra for garnish (optional)
1clovegarlic
2tbspolive oil
1pinchsalt
1dashpepper
Instructions
Directions:
steam 1/2 head cauliflower for 15 minutes, until tender
meanwhile, spiralize the cucumbers to create cucumber noodles. Set aside
finely dice parsley and garlic. Add to uncooked shrimp and toss to coat evenly. set aside
slice and saute the shallot in olive oil until the shallot are tender and the edges slightly browned.
cut the steamed cauliflower into manageable chunks for your food processor. blend cauliflower until smooth. Add salt and pepper and sauteed shallots. Add broth 1/2 cup at a time until smooth.
place skillet on medium-high heat. add oil once warm. once oil is hot (water will sizzle) add shrimp (or mushrooms) and saute until light pink and slightly reduced in size, about 10-15 minutes. remove and set aside
add cucumber noodles to skillet on medium heat for 2 minutes or just until warmed
mix cauliflower sauce and noodles together in bowl to evenly coat. plate "alfredo" coated noodles evenly on two plates. top with sauteed shrimp and garnish with fresh ground pepper and parsley.
Notes
Tools: spiralizer, blender or food processor and stove top and skillet