Garlic Shrimp on Spinach
Recipe from Diabetic Living

Parmesan cheese lends an intriguing flavor accent to garlic- and lemon-steamed shrimp in this recipe. And it's under 200 calories per serving.


Garlic Shrimp on Spinach

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Ingredients
  • 8  ounces
    fresh or frozen medium shrimp in shells
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  • 2  teaspoons
    olive oil
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  • 2  cloves
    garlic, minced
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  • 1/2  teaspoon
    finely shredded lemon peel
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  • 1/8  teaspoon
    ground black pepper
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  • 4  cups
    fresh spinach
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  • 1  tablespoon
    shredded Parmesan cheese
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    Lemon wedges
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Directions
1.
Thaw shrimp, if frozen. Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails on if desired. In a small bowl, toss together shrimp, oil, garlic, lemon peel, and pepper. Place a steamer basket in a wok or large skillet with a tight-fitting lid. Add water to just below the basket.
2.
Place shrimp in a single layer in steamer basket. Cover and place over medium-high heat. Steam for 5 to 6 minutes or until shrimp are opaque (start timing when wok is placed on the burner). Remove shrimp and keep warm.
3.
Meanwhile, wash spinach. Arrange spinach evenly in steamer basket. Cover and steam about 2 minutes (start timing immediately) or until wilted. Divide spinach between two serving plates. If desired, thread shrimp onto 6- to 8-inch wooden skewers. Place shrimp on top of spinach. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve with lemon wedges. Makes 2 servings.
Nutrition information
Calories 159, Total Fat 7 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 131 mg, Sodium 216 mg, Carbohydrate 4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 20 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 0%, Calcium 0%, Iron 0%. Exchanges: Vegetable 1, Fat 1. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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