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Tuscan Shrimp (Whole30, Paleo)

Cheryl Malik
Cheryl Malik Posted: 01/29/20 Updated: 02/01/22
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This creamy Tuscan shrimp is loaded with fresh baby spinach, garlic, and sun dried tomatoes, but it’s Whole30, paleo, and dairy free! This dinner recipe is made in 20 minutes, it’s delicious over cauliflower rice or mash.

Close up of a bowl of Tuscan shrimp

Why This Recipe Is So Good

  • This Tuscan shrimp from Penny of pennysprimal on Instagram is creamy, garlicky, and full of rich, flavorful veggies.
  • This Tuscan shrimp recipe is amazingly easy and fast to make and is the perfect addition to your weekday meal plans.

Penny’s Story

“I’m Penny, and this is my recipe! This dish is a favorite in our home, and once you try it, it’ll be yours too! I am a self-taught home cook with a serious passion for cooking! I started @pennysprimal as a place to share my passion for cooking healthy and easy Whole30 recipes. Cooking doesn’t have to be hard and eating healthy doesn’t either.

I started Whole30 back in April 2018 when my niece suggested I give it a try to help with my constant knee pain and arthritis. I had just been told I needed a total knee replacement surgery, and honestly had no hope or optimism as I have suffered my whole life with weight issues and pain, and had tried literally every single diet out there.

Then I started reading about Whole30 and that it’s not a diet but an elimination program to determine how foods affect your body, and I thought maybe I should try it. Considering how much I love to cook, I had no fear of being in the kitchen prepping and doing dishes. To my surprise, I started seeing dramatic changes with my body, mind, and soul. Life changing doesn’t begin to explain it! They say weight loss is a possible side-effect of Whole30 — well, I have been Whole for almost two years and have lost 70 pounds so far. More importantly, I also lost my constant knee pain, my Type II diabetes, my rosacea has improved, my cholesterol and high blood pressure are both normal for the first time in my life. The list goes on!

Whole30 has made me a stronger person both mentally and physically! I eat more now than I ever have in the past and without guilt, as the foods are healthy and clean. My journey isn’t over yet, and I hope you will join me on Instagram and try out some of my recipes!”

How To Make It

  1. Place a large skillet over medium heat. Melt ghee, then add garlic, sautéing for 1 minute.
  2. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook 2 minutes on each side. Move the shrimp to a bowl.
  3. Return the skillet to medium heat and add avocado oil. Heat until the oil is shimmering. Add the onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the sun dried tomatoes. Stir for 2 minutes, then reduce heat to medium low.
  5. Add the coconut cream. Bring everything to a slow boil, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper. If your sauce isn’t thick enough, you can add the arrowroot mixture to thicken.
  6. Add the spinach and yeast. Stir until the spinach is wilted.
  7. Add the shrimp back to the skillet, along with basil, oregano, and parsley and stir well. Serve over cauliflower rice.
Close up of Tuscan shrimp

More Delicious Whole30 Recipes

  • Chilaquiles with Sweet Potatoes (Whole30, Paleo, Grain-Free)
  • Whole30 Sesame Chicken
  • Bang Bang Shrimp (Whole30, Paleo, Grain Free, Nut Free)
  • Shrimp Boil with Potatoes, Sausage, and Garlic Ghee (Whole30, Paleo)

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Bowl of Tuscan shrimp
5 from 22 votes

Tuscan Shrimp

Prep:5 minutes
Cook:15 minutes
This creamy Tuscan shrimp is super easy, fast, and is packed full of flavor and veggies.
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Ingredients

  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons ghee
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 1/2 cup sun dried tomatoes julienned
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1 can coconut cream refrigerated
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • 5 ounces baby spinach fresh
  • 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
  • 1 tablespoon arrowroot powder see notes
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon basil
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 tablespoon parsley fresh, chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Instructions 

  • Place a large skillet over medium heat. Melt ghee in large saute pan. Add garlic and saute 1 minute.
  • Add shrimp and cook 2 minutes on each side. Move into a bowl.
  • Return skillet to medium heat. Add avocado oil and heat until shimmering. Add onion and saute until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Add sun dried tomatoes, and stir 2 minutes. Reduce heat to medium low.
  • Add coconut cream. Bring to slow boil and stir occasionally. Season with salt and pepper. If your sauce isn't thick enough, add the arrowroot and water mixture to thicken.
  • Add spinach and yeast. Stir until spinach is wilted.
  • Add shrimp, basil, oregano, and parsley. Stir well. Serve over cauliflower rice.

Notes

For additional thickness,
Whisk one tablespoon of arrowroot powder and water in a small bowl until they are completely mixed and smooth with no lumps.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 608kcal, Carbohydrates: 21g, Protein: 31g, Fat: 47g, Saturated Fat: 34g, Cholesterol: 305mg, Sodium: 950mg, Potassium: 1159mg, Fiber: 6g, Sugar: 7g, Vitamin A: 3527IU, Vitamin C: 26mg, Calcium: 239mg, Iron: 7mg, Net Carbs: 15g

Number of total servings shown is approximate. Actual number of servings will depend on your preferred portion sizes.

 

Nutritional values shown are general guidelines and reflect information for 1 serving using the ingredients listed, not including any optional ingredients. Actual macros may vary slightly depending on specific brands and types of ingredients used.

 

To determine the weight of one serving, prepare the recipe as instructed. Weigh the finished recipe, then divide the weight of the finished recipe (not including the weight of the container the food is in) by the desired number of servings. Result will be the weight of one serving.

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Cheryl Malik is the recipe developer, writer, and photographer behind the healthy, flavorful, family friendly recipes at 40 Aprons. She's been a blogger for 10+ years and is known for her delicious recipes and detailed recipe instructions. Cheryl is a mom of three who lives in Memphis, TN.

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  1. Kathrine Defina says

    Posted on 3/23/21 at 9:24 pm

    THIS IS PHENOMENAL!!!! The flavor was out of this world!!! I added the garlic to the onions towards the end of their cooking instead of to rhe shrimp, didn’t have fresh parsley. Adjustmented salt at the end but other than that followed it exactly. This will be a staple in my home! I added penne pasta too!5 stars

    Reply
    • Cheryl MalikCheryl Malik says

      Posted on 4/22/21 at 2:47 pm

      Thanks for the great review! So glad you enjoyed this recipe!

      Reply
  2. Karin says

    Posted on 2/4/21 at 11:48 pm

    Omg! This is a quick enough meal for weeknights but could easily transition to a dinner for company.
    I have made it twice now and wouldn’t change a thing. Well done!!!5 stars

    Reply
  3. Skylan says

    Posted on 2/1/21 at 7:40 pm

    This was so good! My husband and I both loved it. I served it over jasmine rice, and it was delicious. Thank you!5 stars

    Reply
  4. Ashlee says

    Posted on 1/2/21 at 5:59 pm

    This was delicious! Ate it over butternut squash noodles. Will definitely make this again.5 stars

    Reply
    • Savannah | 40 Aprons Team says

      Posted on 1/4/21 at 9:34 am

      That sounds amazing!5 stars

      Reply
  5. Savannah | 40 Aprons Team says

    Posted on 11/30/20 at 12:06 pm

    We are so sorry you had that issue! What kind of coconut cream did you use? The canned type should be unsweetened!5 stars

    Reply
  6. Michelle says

    Posted on 10/17/20 at 2:51 pm

    Made it today! Very delicious! While I usually don’t like the taste of nutritional yeast, it wasn’t overpowering in this dish! With meals like this Whole30 is definitely doable!!5 stars

    Reply
    • Cheryl MalikCheryl Malik says

      Posted on 10/19/20 at 11:47 am

      That’s awesome! I’m glad you liked it!5 stars

      Reply
  7. Annie says

    Posted on 8/9/20 at 6:33 pm

    Just made this for meal prep and it’s delicious! Can’t wait to eat it throughout the week! Added a dash of cayenne pepper too

    Reply
    • Amelia Camurati says

      Posted on 8/13/20 at 10:57 am

      So glad you loved this one!

      Reply
  8. Kristine Vondrell says

    Posted on 8/7/20 at 7:46 pm

    Thank you ..so good! I just added sauté mushrooms and more spinach. It’s was a hit!5 stars

    Reply
    • Amelia Camurati says

      Posted on 8/13/20 at 10:59 am

      So glad you loved this!

      Reply
  9. Meghann says

    Posted on 6/13/20 at 8:15 pm

    Made this tonight with shrimp for my husband and I and cooked chicken for my daughter. A big hit! Thank you!5 stars

    Reply
    • Amelia Camurati says

      Posted on 9/30/20 at 12:02 pm

      Glad was a hit with the whole family, Meghann!

      Reply
  10. Kris says

    Posted on 6/3/20 at 11:43 am

    I’ve loved all of your recipes that I’ve tried! Could you please tell me what size can of coconut cream is called for in the recipe? I’ve seen 5.4 oz and 13.5 oz. Thank you.

    Reply
    • Cheryl MalikCheryl Malik says

      Posted on 6/4/20 at 12:43 pm

      The larger size!5 stars

      Reply
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