Risotto with Shrimp, Leeks, and Spinach
This creamy risotto layers briny shrimp and tender scallops with sweet leeks and fresh spinach, accented by a touch of red chile warmth and bell pepper brightness. Risotto with Shrimp, Leeks, and Spinach is rich and comforting yet lively, perfect for an elegant weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend meal with friends.
- Prep25 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Risotto with Shrimp, Leeks, and Spinach, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 56 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityFair
- 51 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 52
- Heart Health
- 70
- Metabolic
- 60
- Digestive
- 44
- Inflammatory
- 64
- Performance
- 64
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the rice and stir until it is coated with oil and begins to toast, 2 to 3 minutes.
- 3
Reduce the heat to medium and stir in one-third of the boiling vegetable broth; keep stirring until absorbed.
- 4
Repeat this twice more, stirring constantly until each addition is absorbed; adding all the broth should take 15 to 20 minutes total.
- 5
While the rice cooks, heat the remaining tablespoon of oil in a pan.
- 6
Stir in the garlic, leeks, red chili, shrimp, and scallops, and cook until the seafood just starts to change color.
- 7
Add the red bell pepper and spinach; cook until the seafood is opaque.
- 8
Combine with the rice and season to taste with pepper.
- Calories 747.02 kcal High 37%
- Protein 52.09 g Good Source 104%
- Carbohydrate 106.37 g 39%
- Total Fat 12.59 g Moderate 16%
- Saturated Fat 2.2 g Moderate 11%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 296.41 mg High 99%
- Sodium 1201.16 mg High 52%
- Dietary Fiber 8.99 g Good Source 32%
- Total Sugars 9.13 g --
- Added Sugars 1.13 g Low Source 2%
- Calcium 245.52 mg Moderate 19%
- Iron 8.13 mg Good Source 45%
- Potassium 731.03 mg Moderate 16%
- Vitamin A 823.49 mcg Good Source 92%
- Vitamin C 69.81 mg Good Source 78%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Shellfish 🦐
- Gluten
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Risotto with Shrimp, Leeks, and Spinach is made with 11 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 1 hr and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Arborio Rice, Black Pepper, Chili Pepper, and Cut Leeks. Each serving provides about 747.02 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Risotto with Shrimp, Leeks, and Spinach made of?
- The main ingredients are Arborio Rice, Black Pepper, Chili Pepper, Cut Leeks, Medium Shrimp. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Risotto with Shrimp, Leeks, and Spinach?
- About 1 hr in total: 25 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 747.02 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Risotto with Shrimp, Leeks, and Spinach easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 11 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Risotto with Shrimp, Leeks, and Spinach healthy?
- Risotto with Shrimp, Leeks, and Spinach has an easyChef Pro health score of 63/100. Per serving, it provides 747.02 calories and 52.09 g of protein, or 104% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron, vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1201.16 mg (52% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.2 g (11% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, Gluten, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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