Garlic-Butter Shrimp with Spinach and Cherry Tomatoes
Succulent shrimp sautéed in garlic butter with fresh spinach and juicy cherry tomatoes for a light and flavorful seafood dish. This mediterranean-inspired seafood (low carb, gluten free) ready in about 20 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, unsalted butter, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 260 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
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
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Instructions
- Step 1: Melt 3 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat until foaming, about 1 minute.
- Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp, 3/4 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; cook for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turn opaque and curl.
- Step 4: Stir in 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes until slightly softened.
- Step 5: Add 4 cups fresh spinach leaves and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes until wilted.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and drizzle 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice over the dish; garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Garlic-Butter Shrimp with Spinach and Cherry Tomatoes take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Garlic-Butter Shrimp with Spinach and Cherry Tomatoes?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep unsalted butter from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Garlic-Butter Shrimp with Spinach and Cherry Tomatoes?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Garlic-Butter Shrimp with Spinach and Cherry Tomatoes for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Garlic-Butter Shrimp with Spinach and Cherry Tomatoes low carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low carb, gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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