Description
Shrimp dance with spinach and artichokes in this Tuscan-inspired dish that brings Mediterranean flavors straight to your dinner table. Creamy, tangy, and packed with fresh ingredients, this recipe turns a simple meal into a restaurant-worthy experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 lb Large shrimp
Vegetables:
- 4 cups Fresh spinach
- 1 can Artichoke hearts
- 3 cloves Garlic
- ½ cup Sun-dried tomatoes
Dairy and Cream:
- 1 cup Heavy cream
Instructions
- Gather and prep 1 lb large shrimp, 4 cups fresh spinach, 1 can artichoke hearts, 3 minced garlic cloves, and ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes for a streamlined cooking experience.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat at 375°F for 2 minutes until shimmering.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- Place shrimp in a single layer across the skillet, cooking 2 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Transfer shrimp to a clean plate, keeping them warm and avoiding overcrowding.
- Return skillet to medium heat and add spinach, artichoke hearts, and sun-dried tomatoes.
- Sauté vegetables for 3 minutes until spinach completely wilts and reduces in volume.
- Pour 1 cup heavy cream into the skillet, stirring gently to combine with vegetables.
- Simmer sauce for 5 minutes at 200°F, allowing it to thicken and develop rich flavors.
- Return shrimp to skillet, coating them thoroughly in the creamy sauce for 1 additional minute.
- Serve immediately while sauce is hot and shrimp remain tender.
Notes
- Prep ingredients beforehand to ensure a smooth, stress-free cooking process.
- Use fresh, high-quality shrimp for the best flavor and texture.
- Don’t overcook the shrimp; they should be just pink and opaque to stay tender and juicy.
- For a lighter version, swap heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut milk to reduce calories and add a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 190 mg