Heart-Healthy Shrimp in Tomato Sauce

Savor the bold flavors of the Mediterranean with this Heart-Healthy Shrimp in Tomato Sauce, a quick and nutritious dinner that’s perfect for any night of the week. Featuring tender, succulent shrimp simmered in a vibrant, herb-infused tomato sauce, this dish is as wholesome as it is delicious. Packed with fresh garlic, sweet red bell peppers, and fragrant basil, this recipe is low in sodium and rich in heart-friendly ingredients like extra virgin olive oil and crushed tomatoes with no added salt. With just 15 minutes of prep and a total cook time of 25 minutes, this one-skillet meal is a speedy, satisfying way to incorporate lean protein, nutrient-dense veggies, and healthy fats into your diet. Serve it over whole-grain pasta, quinoa, or a bed of greens for a well-rounded, flavorful meal that your heart—and taste buds—will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 400-gram can crushed tomatoes, no salt added
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 1 teaspoon oregano, dried
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced red bell pepper and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.

Step 5

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and low-sodium broth, stirring to combine.

Step 6

Stir in the oregano, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Increase the heat slightly, add the shrimp, and let them cook in the sauce for 3-4 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chopped fresh basil and lemon juice.

Step 10

Serve immediately, garnished with additional basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1546.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	980.4

Total Fat 35.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 976.5mg	0%
Sodium 1137.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.4g	0%
Total Sugars 24.8g
Protein 131.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 461.0mg	0%
Iron 9.7mg	0%
Potassium 3080.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.1%

Protein: 50.2%

Carbs: 19.6%