⏱ 20 min total

Creamy Lemon Shrimp with Spinach

Name: Creamy Lemon Shrimp with Spinach
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 4 oz Shrimp; ¼ dash Salt; ¼ dash Black pepper; ½ tbsp Butter; ¼ tbsp Olive oil; ½ cloves, minced Garlic; ⅛ cup, chopped Onion; 1 tbsp Chicken broth; ⅛ cup, whipped Heavy whipping cream; ¼ lemon Lemon zest; ¼ lemon yields Lemon juice; ¾ cup Spinach; ½ tbsp chopped Scallions; ¼ fruit without seeds Lemon

Per 1 serving · 241 g · 14 ingredients

Calories

240

12%
of a 2,000 cal day

Protein
17g
28% of calories
Carbs
8.9g
14% of calories
Fat
16g
58% of calories

Portion

At a glance

One serving of Creamy Lemon Shrimp with Spinach (241 g) has 240 calories, with 17 g of protein, 8.9 g of carbohydrates and 16 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from fat (58% of calories). It is high in protein (35% DV), Vitamin A (31% DV) and Vitamin C (38% DV). Keep an eye on sodium, saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 32%, 39% and 60% of the daily value.

Per 100 g

99cal

low energy density

Protein per 100 cal

7.3g

Net carbs

carbs minus fiber

Fiber

2.2g

1.8 g sugar

High in

20%+ of the daily value

Protein35%
Vitamin A31%
Vitamin C38%
Vitamin K99%
Vitamin B624%
Vitamin B1254%

Good source of

10–19% of the daily value

Vitamin E19%
Niacin15%
Folate (B9)19%
Pantothenic acid11%
Choline19%
Calcium12%

Watch

20%+ of the daily value

Sodium32%
Saturated fat39%
Cholesterol60%

Ingredients

For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.

Directions

Prep 5 minCook 15 min

1
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and black pepper.
2
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and add olive oil. Sauté the garlic and onions for 4 minutes until fragrant.
3
Add chicken broth, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 5 minutes.
4
Add the lemon zest and juice, then add the shrimp and cook until pink, about 3 to 4 minutes.
5
Season shrimp with additional salt to taste. Add spinach and stir until wilted. Garnish with scallions and serve with lemon wedges.

Vitamins & minerals

Amounts for 1 serving (241 g). Bars show % of the daily value.

Vitamins

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Vitamin A	279 μg	31%
Vitamin C	34 mg	38%
Vitamin D	0.3 μg	2%
Vitamin E	3 mg	19%
Vitamin K	118 μg	99%
Thiamine	0.1 mg	6%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.1 mg	7%
Niacin	2 mg	15%
Vitamin B6	0.3 mg	24%
Folate (B9)	75 μg	19%
Vitamin B12	1 μg	54%
Pantothenic acid	1 mg	11%
Choline	103 mg	19%

Minerals

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Calcium	123 mg	12%
Iron	1 mg	15%
Potassium	377 mg	8%
Magnesium	51 mg	12%
Phosphorus	316 mg	45%
Zinc	1 mg	12%
Copper	0.3 mg	35%
Manganese	0.3 mg	12%
Selenium	34 μg	62%

Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Alanine	1 g	—
Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA)	0 g	—
Alpha carotene	0 μg	—
Arginine	2 g	—
Aspartic acid	2 g	—
Beta carotene	1,306 μg	—
Caffeine	0 mg	—
Cystine	0.2 g	—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)	0.1 g	—
Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)	0 g	—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)	0.1 g	—
Fluoride	1 μg	—
Fructose	0.4 g	—
Galactose	0 g	—
Glucose	1 g	—
Glutamic acid	3 g	—
Glycine	1 g	—
Histidine	0.4 g	—
Hydroxyproline	0 g	—
Isoleucine	1 g	—
Lactose	0 g	—
Leucine	1 g	—
Lycopene	0 μg	—
Lysine	2 g	—
Maltose	0 g	—
Methionine	0.5 g	—
Monounsaturated fats	6 g	—
Phenylalanine	1 g	—
Polyunsaturated fats	1 g	—
Proline	1 g	—
Retinol	170 μg	—
Serine	1 g	—
Starch	0 g	—
Sucrose	0.3 g	—
Theobromine	0 mg	—
Threonine	1 g	—
Total omega 3	0.2 g	—
Total omega 6	0.3 g	—
Tryptophan	0.2 g	—
Tyrosine	1 g	—
Valine	1 g	—
Vitamin D2	0 μg	—
Vitamin D3	0.3 μg	—

Burning 240 calories

Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.

45min
Walking (3.5 mph)
29min
Cycling (moderate)
20min
Running (6 mph)
34min
Swimming laps

Common questions

How many calories are in Creamy Lemon Shrimp with Spinach?

One serving of Creamy Lemon Shrimp with Spinach (1 serving) has 240 calories, which works out to 99 calories per 100 g. That is about 12% of a 2,000-calorie day.

Is Creamy Lemon Shrimp with Spinach high in protein?

It provides a solid 17 g of protein per serving (35% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 28% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.

Is Creamy Lemon Shrimp with Spinach keto-friendly?

It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 7 g of net carbs and 14% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.

How much sodium is in Creamy Lemon Shrimp with Spinach?

742 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).

How much sugar is in Creamy Lemon Shrimp with Spinach?

1.8 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size1 serving (241 g)

Calories240

% Daily Value*

Total fat 16g	21%
Saturated fat 7.9g	39%
Trans fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 179mg	60%
Sodium 742mg	32%
Total carbohydrate 8.9g	3%
Dietary fiber 2.2g	8%
Total sugars 1.8g
Protein 17g

* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

How we calculate this

% Daily Values use FDA reference amounts for a 2,000-calorie diet. The calorie split uses 4 kcal/g for protein and carbs and 9 kcal/g for fat. Claims such as “low sodium” follow FDA thresholds for the serving shown.

Our methodology

Updated October 13, 2026 · Not medical advice

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