The Daily Meal Saffron Shrimp Pasta Recipe

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Net Carbs are 7% of calories per serving, at 34g per serving. Although the amount is above what's considered keto-friendly, it shouldn't kick you out of ketosis.

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Keto & Health Insights for The Daily Meal Saffron Shrimp Pasta Recipe

  • Net Carbs are 7% of calories per serving, at 34g per serving. This food is a little higher than what's considered keto-friendly but it falls within a range that won't kick you out of ketosis. Take into account any foods you've already consumed. It's recommended that you track the macros of your daily food consumptions—this makes it easier to avoid overconsumption.
  • This meal may require cooking oil. Not all cooking oils are healthy. Extra virgin olive oil and avocado oil are the best cooking oils to use in recipes, whereas plant-based oils are the worst for your health. Virgin coconut oil and butter fall in the middle. Learn more about the healthiest and unhealthiest cooking oils.

The Daily Meal Saffron Shrimp Pasta Recipe Nutrition Label

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 6 servings   ( 371 g )
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 499
Total Fat: 21g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g
Monounsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 294mg
Sodium: 330mg
Total Carbohydrates: 37g
Dietary Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 6g
Protein: 41g
Calcium: 256mg Iron: 2mg
Potassium: 795mg Vitamin A: 202mcg
Vitamin C: 39mg Vitamin D: 0mcg

Ingredients

  • 1/2 Pound pappardelle pasta (or any other pasta)
  • 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 Onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 Red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 Teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 Pinches of saffron threads
  • 2 Pounds raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 6 Roma tomatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 Cup whipping cream
  • 1/4 Cup white wine
  • 1/4 Cup chicken stock
  • 1 Cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 2 Tablespoons fresh Italian parsley, chopped
  • 1/3 Cup Parmesan shavings

Instructions

Visit The Daily Meal's website to view the recipe instructions. (Via Edamam)