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Low-Carb Shrimp Tuscan Bake

Creamy Low-Carb Shrimp Tuscan Bake for Quick Weeknight Delight

This Low-Carb Shrimp Tuscan Bake combines shrimp, spinach, and cheese for a creamy, keto-friendly dinner ready in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 pound Raw large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil for sautéing
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2 cups Fresh baby spinach
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon Paprika optional
  • 1 pinch Crushed red pepper flakes to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper to taste
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 4 ounces Cream cheese
  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese for topping
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large Skillet
  • baking dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a medium baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 1 minute.
  3. Add 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes and 2 cups of fresh baby spinach to the skillet. Stir for 3–4 minutes.
  4. Lower the heat and stir in 1 cup of heavy cream, 4 ounces of cream cheese, and ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
  5. Arrange 1 pound of peeled and deveined shrimp in your greased baking dish. Season with salt and black pepper.
  6. Pour the creamy sauce over the shrimp, ensuring they’re well coated.
  7. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
  8. Bake uncovered for 12–15 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and the mozzarella is bubbly.
  9. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 300mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh shrimp and grated cheese for better flavor. You can store leftovers for up to 3 days in the fridge.

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