Low Sodium Shrimp in Tomato Sauce
Elevate your home cooking with this vibrant and heart-healthy recipe for Low Sodium Shrimp in Tomato Sauce. Perfectly sautéed shrimp are nestled in a rich, aromatic tomato sauce infused with garlic, onion, and red bell pepper for layers of irresistible flavor without the extra salt. The no-salt-added crushed tomatoes serve as the foundation of the dish, accented by dried herbs like oregano and basil, tangy fresh lemon juice, and a hint of crushed red pepper for a subtle kick. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy yet elegant recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve over whole grain pasta, fluffy rice, or alongside crusty bread to soak up every bit of the luscious sauce. This low-sodium masterpiece is a delicious way to enjoy shrimp while keeping heart health in check!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 units garlic cloves, minced
- 1 units medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 units red bell pepper, diced
- 400 grams canned crushed tomatoes, no added salt
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the chopped onion and diced red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, crushed red pepper flakes, and black pepper.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and stir to coat with the tomato sauce.
Cook the shrimp for about 5-7 minutes or until they are pink and cooked through.
Stir in the fresh lemon juice and half of the chopped parsley.
Remove from heat and garnish with the remaining parsley before serving.
Serve the shrimp and tomato sauce over whole grain pasta, rice, or with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
958 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.7 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 976 mg | 326% | |
| Sodium | 1030 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.0 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.9 g | ||
| Protein | 128.7 g | 257% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 356 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 2864 mg | 61% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
