Herb Grilled Shrimp and Wilted Spinach with Fennel

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
30%
Herb Grilled Shrimp and Wilted Spinach with Fennel
45 min.
8
234kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your dining experience with a dish that perfectly balances flavor, health, and simplicity? Introducing our Herb Grilled Shrimp and Wilted Spinach with Fennel, a delightful culinary creation that promises to tantalize your taste buds while adhering to gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP guidelines. This vibrant dish is not only easy to prepare but is also packed with nutrients, making it an ideal choice for lunch or dinner.

Imagine tender, grilled shrimp infused with a medley of fresh herbs, paired with the exquisite taste of wilted spinach delicately seasoned with fennel. In just 45 minutes, you can serve this wholesome meal to eight guests, bringing joy to your table while keeping health front and center. The combination of juicy shrimp and flavorful greens creates a dish that’s both satisfying and light, allowing you to enjoy every bite without any guilt.

Perfect for gatherings or a cozy family dinner, this recipe showcases the versatility of grilled shrimp. The subtle crunch of fennel seeds complements the fresh herbs, creating a delicious symphony of flavors that linger on the palate. Embrace the joys of cooking with this easy-to-follow recipe, and watch your loved ones come back for seconds, proving that healthy eating can truly be a feast for the senses!

Ingredients

  • 30 ounce baby spinach 
  • teaspoons fennel seeds 
  • tablespoons herbs mixed roughly chopped (parsley, thyme, mint, marjoram)
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin
  • 0.5 teaspoon cracked pepper black
  • teaspoons salt 
  • pounds shrimp deveined peeled
  • inch wooden skewers 
  • inch wooden skewers 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • grill
  • broiler
  • skewers

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of oil, lemon juice, herbs, salt, pepper, and shrimp. Cover and refrigerate for 20 to 30 minutes.
  2. Soak skewers in warm water at least 20 minutes while shrimp is marinating.
  3. Heat remaining oil in a large skillet over low heat and wilt spinach with fennel seeds, about 3 to 4 minutes (do in two batches if necessary).
  4. Remove skillet from heat and cover to keep warm.
  5. Heat broiler or grill.
  6. Remove shrimp from marinade and thread onto skewers. Broil or grill the shrimp until just done, about 5 to 6 minutes.
  7. Serve shrimp and spinach with the beans.

Nutrition Facts

Calories234kcal
Protein61.57%
Fat31.06%
Carbs7.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.75
Glycemic Load
0.51
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
27.05086942341%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.8mg
Kaempferol
6.78mg
Myricetin
0.37mg
Quercetin
4.23mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:233.89kcal
11.69%
Fat:8.37g
12.88%
Saturated Fat:1.21g
7.57%
Carbohydrates:4.47g
1.49%
Net Carbohydrates:1.88g
0.69%
Sugar:0.54g
0.6%
Cholesterol:273.86mg
91.29%
Sodium:868.43mg
37.76%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:37.35g
74.7%
Vitamin K:519.97µg
495.21%
Vitamin A:9996.71IU
199.93%
Manganese:1.07mg
53.3%
Folate:207.35µg
51.84%
Phosphorus:419.31mg
41.93%
Copper:0.81mg
40.66%
Vitamin C:31.52mg
38.21%
Magnesium:146.22mg
36.55%
Potassium:1057.93mg
30.23%
Calcium:222.18mg
22.22%
Iron:3.93mg
21.85%
Vitamin E:3.18mg
21.18%
Zinc:2.87mg
19.13%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.99%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.63%
Fiber:2.59g
10.35%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.74%
Vitamin B3:0.81mg
4.05%
Selenium:1.08µg
1.54%
Source:My Recipes