Shrimp and White Bean Tomato Skillet
In short: Shrimp simmered with white beans, garlic, tomatoes and thyme in one skillet. A high-protein, dairy-free dinner ready in 25 minutes. It takes about 28 min in total and makes 4 servings.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 18 min
- Total
- 28 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Calories
- 330 kcal
This skillet leans on pantry staples: canned beans and tomatoes make a quick, savory base, and shrimp need only a few minutes to cook in it. The beans soften slightly and thicken the sauce, so it is hearty without any cream. A little smoked paprika and thyme give it depth. Serve it in bowls over rice or with toasted bread, and finish with a squeeze of lemon.
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry and season with a pinch of the salt and the pepper.
- Heat 1 tbsp of the oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Cook the onion for 5 minutes, until soft. Add the garlic, paprika and chili flakes and stir for 1 minute.
- Add the tomatoes, beans, stock, thyme and the remaining salt. Bring to a simmer and cook for 8 minutes, mashing a few beans against the pan to thicken the sauce.
- Tuck the shrimp into the sauce in a single layer, scatter the spinach on top and cover. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, turning the shrimp once, until pink, opaque, loosely curled and 63°C (145°F).
- Stir in the lemon juice and drizzle with the remaining oil. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
- Scatter with parsley and serve hot in shallow bowls.
Tips
- For a smoky note, brown 100 g (3 1/2 oz) of diced smoked bacon with the onion in step 2.
- Chickpeas or butter beans work if white beans are not at hand. Thaw frozen shrimp before adding them.
Questions and answers
Can I use frozen shrimp in this skillet?
Yes. Thaw them in cold water for 15 minutes and pat them dry. Add them to the sauce raw, as written.
Can I make shrimp and beans ahead of time?
Make the bean and tomato base up to 3 days ahead. Reheat it to a simmer, then add the shrimp and spinach just before serving.
What can I serve with shrimp and white beans?
Rice, crusty bread or boiled potatoes are all good. A leafy salad with a sharp dressing balances the richness.
How long does it take to make Shrimp and White Bean Tomato Skillet?
About 28 min in total: 10 min of preparation and 18 min of cooking.
How many calories are in Shrimp and White Bean Tomato Skillet?
About 330 kcal per serving, with 31 g of protein, 31 g of carbohydrates and 9 g of fat. These values are estimates.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 330 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 31 g |
| Carbohydrates | 31 g |
| Fat | 9 g |
| Fiber | 9 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 960 mg |
Estimated values, calculated from the ingredients.
