Easy Dairy Free Sauteed Shrimp and Spinach

Delicious garlic, olive oil and chopped parsley adorn this lightly sauteed shrimp to create an elegant yet easy Dairy-Free Garlic Shrimp Scampi recipe.  Only a handful of ingredients and under 10 minutes of time, you can have a healthy, gluten-free and low carb dinner on the table that the whole family will love.

The first time I had this easy garlic shrimp scampi was at a friend's house.

She served as an appetizer with some homemade bread and a side salad.

And let me tell you, 4 years later, I can still remember how good it tasted!

Since then, I have been making this healthy shrimp dish whenever I can get my hands on some wild-caught shrimp.  After making it recently, Mr. Grumbles asked why I had not yet posted this recipe?

Good question!  Was it because it was too easy?  Or was it because I assumed everyone already knew about it?

Regardless, I decided it was time to post this recipe so if you have never tried something like this before, please do so today as I can guarantee, you will not regret it.

What is Shrimp Scampi?

The term "Scampi" actually refers to a type of crustacean that has a similar "lobster" appearance that can be found in Italy.  Originally, the term "scampi" referred to the actual "scampi" crustacean that would be cooked in its own sauce and then Italians would add a little olive oil, garlic and whatever additional seasonings they had on hand.

Today, most people (especially in North America) can not easily find "scampis" at the local market.  So, for most of us, shrimp scampi refers to shrimp, and not scampi, cooked in a garlic olive oil reduction.

What makes this Garlic Shrimp Scampi recipe so amazing?

• can be prepared in under 15 minutes
• can be served as an appetizer or as a main meal
• healthy and nutritious
• can be cooked on the stovetop, in the oven or on the grill

What ingredients do you need to make this low carb Garlic Shrimp Scampi recipe?

• Wild-caught shrimp, deveined, raw
• olive oil
• garlic
• Parmesan or Vegan Parmesan (optional)
• fresh parsley
• salt and pepper

Why should you buy Wild-Caught Shrimp and not Farm-Raised Shrimp?

Just like it sounds, wild-caught shrimp are caught in their natural habitat whereas farm-raised shrimp are raised in large tanks.  Although the two look the same on your plate or in the store, there are many reasons to pick wild-caught over farm-raised.

What to be aware of if you are consuming farm-raised seafood:

• Some studies have shown how farm-raised varieties can be higher in contaminants
• Farm-raised fish tend to have a higher instance of disease due to farming conditions
•  High antibiotic use in imported, farm-raised fish is common
• Imported shrimp test higher for growth hormones and steroids
• Wild American shrimp are caught without using slave or forced labour – Bangladesh, Cambodia, Burma and Thailand use both forced labour and forced child labour

How do you make Dairy-Free Vegan Parmesan?

All you need are cashews, nutritional yeast, sea salt and garlic powder.  Place all the ingredients in a food processor and process until a crumbly texture forms.  Do not over-process as you will end up with butter!

To find the recipe, check out the Minimalist Bakers Vegan Parmesan Cheese recipe.

How do you make this keto Garlic Shrimp Scampi recipe?

In a skillet on the stovetop:

• Add 1 tablespoon of olive in a skillet set over medium-high heat.

• Add the shrimp and cook, stirring often until it just begins to turn pink.

• Stir in the minced garlic, remaining olive oil, red pepper flakes (optional), and the parsley and continue to cook until the shrimp is fully pink and opaque about 3 minutes.

• Add a sprinkling of grated Parmesan cheese before serving

Baked in the oven:

• Toss the shrimp, garlic, olive oil and red pepper flakes and place them in an oven-proof skillet or dish
• Bake in a preheated 400 degree F oven for about 8 minutes, stirring once at the 4-minute mark or until shrimp turn pink
• Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped parsley and Parmesan cheese

Grilling the shrimp:

• Add all the ingredients, except the parsley and parmesan cheese in a grilling pan
• Place on the grill over medium heat for about 6-8 minutes, stirring frequently, or until the shrimp turn pink.
• Remove from the grill and stir in parsley and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese

What can I serve with this Garlic Shrimp Scampi?

• serve it alongside my Antipasto Salad
• serve it with chunks of my Whole30 Gluten-Free Bread Recipe that can be dipped into any remaining sauce
• make my quick Ricotta Asparagus Tart (Gluten-Free, Low Carb) serve with the shrimp
• serve it with a side of my Spicy Harissa Carrot Salad (Whole30, Low Carb, Paleo)

You could also add the following keto and low carb appetizers to serve with this easy Dairy-Free Garlic Shrimp Scampi for the perfect outdoor barbecue party:

• Buffalo Chicken Wing Dip (Whole30, Paleo, Keto)
• Sausage Apple Cheese Dip (Gluten-Free, Keto)
• Easy 4-Ingredient Chorizo Dip (Keto)
• Chicken Spinach Artichoke Dip
• Hint of Lime Tortilla Chips (Whole30, Paleo, Gluten-Free, Low Carb)
• Whole30 Chorizo Shrimp Skewers

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• 3 tbsp olive oil, divided
• 1 lb wild-caught, peeled and deveined shrimp, (thawed if frozen)
• 6 garlic cloves, minced
• ¼ cup chopped parsley
• salt and pepper to taste

1. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to a skillet set over medium-high heat.
2. Add the shrimp and cook, stirring often until it just begins to turn pink.
3. Stir in the minced garlic, remaining olive oil, red pepper flakes, and the parsley and continue to cook until the shrimp is fully pink and opaque about 3 minutes.

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Category: Main Meals
• Cuisine: Whole30, Keto, Gluten Free, Dairy Free

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 serving
• Calories: 176
• Fat: 11 g
• Protein: 20 g

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