Citrus-Glazed Shrimp and Spinach Salad
A refreshing salad with tender shrimp, vibrant spinach, and a bright lemon-herb glaze that mimics the sparkle of light. This Mediterranean-inspired quick recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs shrimp, spinach, lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 4 cups, fresh spinach
- 1 large, juiced lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
- 1 small, thinly sliced red onion
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 12 oz shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque, then set aside.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, toss 4 cups spinach, 1 tbsp chopped dill, and 1/4 cup lemon juice. Add 1/4 cup olive oil and 1/4 cup lemon juice, then gently mix until the spinach wilts and the dressing coats the leaves.
- Step 3: Fold in the cooked shrimp and 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion. Toss until evenly distributed, then serve chilled or at room temperature.
