Shrimp Risotto with Baby Spinach and Basil

Gluten Free
Health score
32%
Shrimp Risotto with Baby Spinach and Basil
45 min.
6
506kcal

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If you're on the hunt for a delightful dish that perfectly balances richness and freshness, look no further than this Shrimp Risotto with Baby Spinach and Basil. This gluten-free masterpiece not only tantalizes your taste buds but also offers a harmonious blend of creamy arborio rice, succulent shrimp, and vibrant spinach, all enhanced by the aromatic notes of fresh basil and garlic. It's the kind of dish that evokes warmth and comfort, making it perfect for a cozy family dinner or as an impressive centerpiece at your next gathering.

This risotto is not just a meal; it's an experience. The technique of gradually adding broth to the rice creates an incredibly creamy texture that will make your guests think you’ve slaved over the stove for hours, when in reality, it only takes 45 minutes! The addition of dry white wine brings a subtle depth of flavor, while the freshly grated Parmesan cheese rounds off the dish with a savory touch. Each bite is a delightful journey, where the sweetness of the shrimp contrasts beautifully with the earthiness of the spinach and the fragrant basil. Indulge in this culinary adventure that celebrates the essence of fresh ingredients, and share it with friends and family or savor it as a comforting lunch. You’ll be glad you did!

Ingredients

  • 9.5 ounces arborio rice medium-grain white
  • ounce baby spinach 
  • 0.5 cup wine dry white
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh chopped
  • large garlic clove minced
  • cups chicken broth ()
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 1.5 cups onion chopped
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • servings parmesan cheese grated
  • pound shrimp deveined uncooked peeled

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • aluminum foil
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Bring 6 cups broth to simmer in medium saucepan.
  2. Add shrimp. Turn off heat, cover, and let stand until shrimp are just opaque in center, about 3 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer shrimp to small bowl; cover with foil to keep warm. Cover broth to keep warm.
  3. Heat oil in heavy large saucepan over medium heat.
  4. Add chopped onion and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes.
  5. Add minced garlic and stir 1 minute.
  6. Add rice and stir until edge of rice is translucent but center is still opaque, about 2 minutes.
  7. Add wine and cook until wine is absorbed, stirring occasionally, about 2 minutes.
  8. Add 3/4 cup chicken broth. Simmer until almost all broth is absorbed, stirring often, about 2 minutes. Continue to add broth, 3/4 cup at a time, until rice is just tender and mixture is creamy, stirring often and allowing almost all broth to be absorbed after each addition, about 25 minutes total. During last 5 minutes, add spinach in 4 batches, stirring and allowing spinach to wilt after each addition.
  9. Mix in shrimp, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, and basil. Season risotto to taste with salt and pepper. Spoon risotto into shallow bowls and serve, passing additional cheese separately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories506kcal
Protein28.69%
Fat31.96%
Carbs39.35%

Properties

Glycemic Index
42.67
Glycemic Load
29.24
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
27.25217380731%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.15mg
Epicatechin
0.11mg
Hesperetin
0.08mg
Naringenin
0.08mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.22mg
Isorhamnetin
2mg
Kaempferol
2.07mg
Myricetin
0.13mg
Quercetin
9.27mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:505.99kcal
25.3%
Fat:17.6g
27.07%
Saturated Fat:7.18g
44.9%
Carbohydrates:48.76g
16.25%
Net Carbohydrates:46.16g
16.78%
Sugar:2.35g
2.62%
Cholesterol:155.06mg
51.69%
Sodium:857.34mg
37.28%
Alcohol:2.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.53%
100%
Protein:35.54g
71.08%
Vitamin K:144.8µg
137.9%
Vitamin A:3043.56IU
60.87%
Phosphorus:549.44mg
54.94%
Calcium:440.73mg
44.07%
Manganese:0.88mg
44.03%
Folate:169.5µg
42.37%
Selenium:20.84µg
29.78%
Copper:0.59mg
29.28%
Vitamin B3:5.4mg
26.99%
Zinc:3.66mg
24.43%
Iron:3.94mg
21.89%
Potassium:744.98mg
21.29%
Vitamin B1:0.31mg
20.52%
Magnesium:81.85mg
20.46%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
17.28%
Vitamin C:11.42mg
13.84%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
12.93%
Vitamin B12:0.75µg
12.56%
Fiber:2.6g
10.39%
Vitamin E:1.46mg
9.73%
Vitamin B5:0.79mg
7.87%
Vitamin D:0.19µg
1.28%
Source:Epicurious