Creamy Shrimp & Cauliflower Chowder
Creamy Shrimp & Cauliflower Chowder
Diabetic-Friendly | Low Carb | No Sugar Added
If you love rich, creamy chowder but want to keep your blood sugar steady, this shrimp and cauliflower chowder is the perfect solution. It delivers classic comfort food flavor without flour, potatoes, or added sugar.
Thick, hearty, and full of protein — this is a cozy meal you can feel good about.
Ingredients (Serves 4–5)
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup chopped onion
- 2 cups cauliflower florets, chopped small
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken or seafood broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp cream cheese (optional, for thickness)
- Fresh dill or parsley for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Sauté the Base
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic; cook 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in cauliflower and cook another 3 minutes.
Step 2: Simmer
- Add broth, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer 10–12 minutes until cauliflower is tender.
Step 3: Add Creaminess
- Stir in heavy cream and almond milk.
- Add cream cheese if using.
- Simmer 3–5 minutes to thicken.
Step 4: Cook the Shrimp
- Add shrimp to the pot.
- Cook 3–4 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Garnish with fresh dill or parsley.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve with low-carb bread
- Pair with a simple green salad
- Add extra herbs for brightness
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 320–380
- Carbs: 6–9g
- Net Carbs: 5–7g
- Protein: 25–30g
- Fat: 22–28g
- No added sugar
(Values vary depending on cream used.)
Comfort food and blood sugar control can go hand in hand. By replacing potatoes with cauliflower and skipping flour-based thickeners, this chowder stays creamy and satisfying while keeping carbs low.
Warm, hearty, and nourishing — perfect for cozy evenings.
