Keto Creamy Garlic Tuscan Shrimp (Printable)

Shrimp cooked in garlicky cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and zucchini noodles for a low-carb flavorful meal.

# What Goes In:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Vegetables

02 - 4 medium zucchini, spiralized into noodles
03 - 1.5 cups fresh baby spinach
04 - 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Dairy

06 - 0.5 cup heavy cream
07 - 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
08 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter

→ Pantry & Seasonings

09 - 1 tbsp olive oil
10 - 0.5 tsp salt, or to taste
11 - 0.25 tsp black pepper
12 - 0.5 tsp dried Italian herbs
13 - 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes, optional

→ Garnish

14 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
15 - Extra grated Parmesan cheese for serving

# How to Make It:

01 - Pat shrimp dry and season with salt, pepper, and half the Italian herbs.
02 - Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Transfer to a plate.
03 - In the same skillet, add remaining butter and garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring until cheese melts and sauce thickens slightly.
05 - Add spinach and cook until just wilted, approximately 1 minute.
06 - Return shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in sauce.
07 - Add zucchini noodles and toss gently until just warmed through, 2-3 minutes. Avoid overcooking to maintain texture.
08 - Season with additional salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes as desired. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 30 minutes for a quick weeknight dinner
  • Perfectly keto-friendly with only 5g net carbs per serving
  • Rich and satisfying without the heaviness of traditional pasta
  • Impressive enough for guests but simple enough for beginners
  • One-pan cooking means minimal cleanup
02 -
  • Don't overcook your shrimp! They should be just pink and opaque—overcooking will make them tough and rubbery.
  • Pat shrimp dry before seasoning and cooking to ensure proper browning.
  • If your sauce becomes too thick, thin it with a splash of chicken broth.
  • For meal prep, keep the zucchini noodles separate from the sauce until ready to serve to prevent them from becoming soggy.
  • To reduce carbs further, use less sun-dried tomatoes or replace them with roasted red peppers.
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