Shrimp Florentine

Indulge in the decadent flavors of Shrimp Florentine, a quick and elegant pasta dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This creamy delight features tender, perfectly seared shrimp nestled in a rich Parmesan and garlic cream sauce, infused with the freshness of wilted spinach and a zesty hint of lemon juice. Tossed with al dente fettuccine or linguine, this dish is elevated with a touch of spice from optional red pepper flakes and garnished with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, Shrimp Florentine combines the best of buttery, savory, and citrusy flavors for a restaurant-quality meal at home. Ideal for fans of shrimp pasta recipes, creamy sauces, and quick gourmet meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 5 ounces Fresh spinach
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.75 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 12 ounces Cooked fettuccine or linguine pasta
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel and season them with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of ground black pepper.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sear the shrimp for about 2 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 4

Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the heavy cream, then stir in the Parmesan cheese and optional red pepper flakes. Let the sauce simmer gently for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 6

Stir in the lemon juice, then return the cooked shrimp to the skillet. Toss to coat the shrimp in the sauce.

Step 7

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and gently combine with the sauce and shrimp. If the sauce is too thick, add a tablespoon or two of pasta cooking water to loosen it up.

Step 8

Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.

Step 9

Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1347.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2642.6

Total Fat 166.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 86.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1250.3mg	0%
Sodium 4085.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 116.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.2g	0%
Total Sugars 3.1g
Protein 157.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1189.2mg	0%
Iron 10.6mg	0%
Potassium 1506.8mg	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: 57.8%

Protein: 24.2%

Carbs: 18.0%