Polenta with Shrimp and Tomatoes

Gluten Free
Health score
9%
Polenta with Shrimp and Tomatoes
23 min.
4
426kcal

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Indulge in a delightful and satisfying meal that perfectly balances flavors and textures with our Polenta with Shrimp and Tomatoes. This gluten-free dish is not only simple to prepare but also ready in just 23 minutes, making it a fantastic choice for a quick lunch or dinner after a busy day. Its vibrant colors and mouthwatering aroma will surely draw everyone to the table.

The creamy, comforting polenta serves as a base for tender shrimp sautéed to perfection, combined with a rich tomato sauce that bursts with Italian flavors. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or enjoying a quiet weeknight dinner, this meal is both elegant and hearty, serving up to four people without any fuss. Each bite is a tantalizing mix of spices from crushed red pepper and garlic, complemented by the savory notes of Parmesan cheese.

With just 426 calories per serving, you don’t have to worry about sacrificing flavor for health. This Polenta with Shrimp and Tomatoes not only satisfies your taste buds but also nourishes your body, providing a balanced mix of protein, fats, and carbohydrates. Discover the joy of cooking and treat yourself to a meal that showcases the best of fresh ingredients and culinary creativity!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper red crushed
  • clove garlic finely chopped
  • 29 oz italian-seasoned tomatoes diced with juice canned
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.3 cup parmesan grated
  • cup polenta instant
  • servings salt 
  • pound shrimp frozen thawed deveined peeled
  • tablespoons butter unsalted
  • cups vegetable broth low-sodium

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Sprinkle shrimp with salt. Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add shrimp and saut, stirring, until pink and cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes. In last minute of cooking, add garlic and red pepper and continue to saut.
  3. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
  4. Add tomatoes and juice to skillet and bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer until tomatoes are soft and sauce has thickened, about 10 minutes.
  5. While tomatoes are cooking, bring 2 cups water, vegetable broth and 1/2 tsp. salt to a boil in a medium-size saucepan. Slowly whisk in polenta. Reduce heat to low and cook until polenta is thick and smooth, stirring often, about 5 minutes. Stir in butter and Parmesan.
  6. Put polenta into bowls, spoon tomato sauce over polenta and top with shrimp.

Nutrition Facts

Calories426kcal
Protein28.64%
Fat32.84%
Carbs38.52%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.75
Glycemic Load
2.23
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
15.450434495573%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
1.4mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.19mg
Myricetin
0.28mg
Quercetin
1.21mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:426.4kcal
21.32%
Fat:15.78g
24.28%
Saturated Fat:5.82g
36.41%
Carbohydrates:41.65g
13.88%
Net Carbohydrates:37.99g
13.81%
Sugar:6.23g
6.93%
Cholesterol:201.87mg
67.29%
Sodium:442.62mg
19.24%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:30.96g
61.92%
Vitamin A:2058.04IU
41.16%
Phosphorus:367.6mg
36.76%
Vitamin C:28.39mg
34.42%
Copper:0.6mg
30.06%
Potassium:853.93mg
24.4%
Vitamin K:21.31µg
20.3%
Magnesium:76.3mg
19.07%
Calcium:171.56mg
17.16%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.53%
Vitamin E:2.34mg
15.62%
Zinc:2.22mg
14.83%
Fiber:3.67g
14.66%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
12.03%
Selenium:8.37µg
11.95%
Iron:1.67mg
9.28%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.82%
Vitamin B3:1.74mg
8.69%
Folate:33.52µg
8.38%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.71%
Vitamin B5:0.42mg
4.17%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.45%
Source:My Recipes