Creamy Low-Carb Tuscan Shrimp

Here’s a rich and satisfying Creamy Low-Carb Tuscan Shrimp recipe — packed with flavor, low on carbs, and ready in about 20 minutes!

🦐🌿 Creamy Low-Carb Tuscan Shrimp

🕒 Prep Time: 10 min | 🍳 Cook Time: 15 min | 🍽️ Serves: 4

Keto-friendly • Gluten-free • One-skillet meal

Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 3 tbsp butter

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup heavy cream

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

• 2 cups baby spinach

• ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed, drained)

• Salt & pepper, to taste

• Fresh parsley, for garnish

• Optional: zest of ½ lemon for brightness

Instructions:

1. Cook the Shrimp:

   • Season shrimp with salt and pepper.

   • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

   • Sear shrimp for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and just cooked through. Remove and set aside.

2. Make the Creamy Sauce:

   • In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add butter and garlic, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

   • Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another minute.

   • Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.

   • Add Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Stir until smooth and slightly thickened (about 2–3 minutes).

3. Add Greens & Shrimp:

   • Stir in spinach and let it wilt (1–2 minutes).

   • Return shrimp to the pan and toss in the sauce to coat. Simmer for another minute until heated through.

4. Finish & Serve:

   • Taste and adjust seasoning. Add lemon zest if using.

   • Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

Serving Suggestions (Low-Carb Options):

• Over zucchini noodles (zoodles)

• On top of cauliflower rice

• Alongside steamed broccoli or roasted asparagus