Keto Creamy Garlic Tuscan Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles (Printable version)

Succulent shrimp in garlicky cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach over zucchini noodles for a flavorful low-carb Italian-inspired meal.

# What you need:

→ 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 (not in oil), 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 for serving

# Steps to follow:

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 to 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
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.
05 - Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring until cheese melts and sauce thickens slightly.
06 - Add spinach and cook until just wilted, approximately 1 minute.
07 - Return shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat thoroughly in sauce.
08 - Add zucchini noodles and toss gently until just warmed through, 2 to 3 minutes. Avoid overcooking to prevent sogginess.
09 - Season with additional salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
10 - Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Keto-Friendly: A perfect low-carb meal with only 5g net carbs per serving.
  • Quick & Easy: Ready in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights.
  • Restaurant Quality: The combination of heavy cream, Parmesan, and garlic creates a gourmet flavor profile.
  • Gluten-Free: Naturally uses fresh zucchini instead of grain-based pasta.
02 -
  • Zoodle Texture: Toss the zucchini noodles for no more than 2-3 minutes; overcooking will cause them to release water and make the sauce runny.
  • Sauce Thickness: If the sauce is too thin, allow it to simmer for an extra minute before adding the spinach and returning the shrimp to the pan.
  • Prep Ahead: Have all ingredients chopped and measured before starting, as the actual cooking process moves very quickly.
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