⏱ 20 min totalShrimp, Leek, and Spinach Pasta
Per 1 serving · 284 g · 9 ingredients
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein23g19% of calories
- Carbs53g45% of calories
- Fat19g36% of calories
At a glance
One serving of Shrimp, Leek, and Spinach Pasta (284 g) has 453 calories, with 23 g of protein, 53 g of carbohydrates and 19 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from carbs (45% of calories). It is high in protein (46% DV), dietary fiber (32% DV) and Vitamin A (59% DV). Keep an eye on sodium, saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 26%, 55% and 54% of the daily value.
High in
20%+ of the daily value
- Protein46%
- Dietary fiber32%
- Vitamin A59%
- Vitamin C25%
- Vitamin E21%
- Vitamin K260%
Good source of
10–19% of the daily value
- Riboflavin (B2)17%
- Choline17%
- Calcium18%
- Potassium14%
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
- Sodium26%
- Saturated fat55%
- Cholesterol54%
Ingredients
For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.
½ tbsp Butter
½ leek Leeks- 🥄¼ dash Salt
¼ dash Black pepper
3 oz Shrimp
¼ lemon Lemon zest
⅛ cup, fluid Heavy whipping cream
2 cup Spinach
2 oz Whole wheat pasta
Directions
- 1
Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
- 2
Prepare the leeks by using only the white and green parts, halved lengthwise then crosswise.
- 3
Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the leeks, salt, and pepper, stirring occasionally, until the leeks have softened, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- 4
Add the shrimp and lemon zest to the skillet, tossing frequently, until the shrimp is opaque throughout, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the cream and cooked pasta in the pot and cook over medium heat, stirring, until slightly thickened, about 1 to 2 minutes.
- 6
Add the shrimp mixture and the spinach and toss to combine. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
- 7
Season with salt and pepper to taste and enjoy!
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 serving (284 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 535 μg | 59% |
| Vitamin C | 22 mg | 25% |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 μg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 3 mg | 21% |
| Vitamin K | 312 μg | 260% |
| Thiamine | 0.4 mg | 33% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.2 mg | 17% |
| Niacin | 5 mg | 31% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.5 mg | 37% |
| Folate (B9) | 195 μg | 49% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1 μg | 41% |
| Pantothenic acid | 1 mg | 20% |
| Choline | 91 mg | 17% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 175 mg | 18% |
| Iron | 5 mg | 60% |
| Potassium | 659 mg | 14% |
| Magnesium | 162 mg | 39% |
| Phosphorus | 419 mg | 60% |
| Zinc | 3 mg | 24% |
| Copper | 1 mg | 60% |
| Manganese | 3 mg | 110% |
| Selenium | 68 μg | 123% |
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 | 3,853 μg | — |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 0.3 g | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0.1 g | — |
| Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA) | 0 g | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0.1 g | — |
| Fluoride | 1 μg | — |
| Fructose | 0.1 g | — |
| Galactose | 0.1 g | — |
| Glucose | 0.1 g | — |
| Glutamic acid | 5 g | — |
| Glycine | 1 g | — |
| Histidine | 1 g | — |
| Hydroxyproline | 0 g | — |
| Isoleucine | 1 g | — |
| Lactose | 0 g | — |
| Leucine | 2 g | — |
| Lycopene | 0 μg | — |
| Lysine | 1 g | — |
| Maltose | 0 g | — |
| Methionine | 1 g | — |
| Monounsaturated fats | 5 g | — |
| Phenylalanine | 1 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 1 g | — |
| Proline | 2 g | — |
| Retinol | 214 μg | — |
| Serine | 1 g | — |
| Starch | 0 g | — |
| Sucrose | 0 g | — |
| Theobromine | 0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 1 g | — |
| Total omega 3 | 0.1 g | — |
| Total omega 6 | 0.2 g | — |
| Tryptophan | 0.3 g | — |
| Tyrosine | 1 g | — |
| Valine | 1 g | — |
| Vitamin D2 | 0 μg | — |
| Vitamin D3 | 0.4 μg | — |
Burning 453 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 86minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 54minCycling (moderate)
- 38minRunning (6 mph)
- 64minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in Shrimp, Leek, and Spinach Pasta?
One serving of Shrimp, Leek, and Spinach Pasta (1 serving) has 453 calories, which works out to 160 calories per 100 g. That is about 23% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Is Shrimp, Leek, and Spinach Pasta high in protein?
It provides a solid 23 g of protein per serving (46% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 19% 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 Shrimp, Leek, and Spinach Pasta keto-friendly?
It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 44 g of net carbs and 45% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.
How much sodium is in Shrimp, Leek, and Spinach Pasta?
593 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).
How much sugar is in Shrimp, Leek, and Spinach Pasta?
2.8 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.
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