High-Protein Creamy Tuscan Garlic Shrimp

Traditional Tuscan cream sauces rely heavily on butter and heavy whipping cream, easily pushing a single plate past 800 calories.

This macro-friendly version swaps in 0% Greek yogurt and almond milk to keep the sauce velvety, rich, and garlic-forward—while packing 38 grams of lean protein into a light 320-calorie footprint. It comes together in just 15 minutes, making it the perfect quick weeknight dinner.

The Recipe

Macro Breakdown (Per Serving)

• Yield: 2 servings
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Calories: ~320 kcal
• Protein: 38g
• Carbohydrates: 12g
• Fat: 14g

Step-by-Step Instructions

1.1. Sear the Shrimp:3 min.

Heat extra virgin olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season shrimp with salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for 1.5 to 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside on a plate.

2.2. Build the Tuscan Base:4 min.

Turn heat down to medium. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the almond milk and let it simmer gently for 2 minutes. Add the fresh baby spinach and stir until wilted.

3.3. Swirl & Combine:3 min.

Remove the skillet from direct heat for 30 seconds (this prevents the Greek yogurt from splitting). Whisk in the Greek yogurt and grated Parmesan cheese until a smooth sauce forms. Return the cooked shrimp to the pan, toss to coat, and serve hot!

Consolidated Grocery List

Organized by store section so you can get in and out of the grocery store fast:

Seafood

• 1 lb (450g) Large shrimp (peeled, deveined, tail-off)

Produce

• 1 bag (2–3 oz) Fresh baby spinach
• 1 bulb Fresh garlic (3 cloves needed)

Dairy & Refrigerated

• Plain 0% Greek yogurt (⅓ cup needed)
• Grated Parmesan cheese (2 tbsp needed)
• Unsweetened almond milk (½ cup needed, or substitute chicken broth)

Pantry & Oils

• Sun-dried tomatoes in oil or dry-packed (¼ cup chopped)
• Extra virgin olive oil (1 tbsp needed)

Spices & Seasonings

• Crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper

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