Garlic Sautéed Shrimp with Cherry Tomato and Spinach Skillet

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A vibrant and quick skillet meal featuring tender shrimp sautéed with garlic, fresh cherry tomatoes, and spinach for a nourishing Whole30 dinner. This Mediterranean-inspired Whole30 recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs raw shrimp, peeled and deveined, extra virgin olive oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined, to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes without stirring, then flip and cook another 2 minutes until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 3 minutes until softened and releasing juices.
  4. Step 4: Add 4 cups fresh baby spinach, 1 tsp sea salt, 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Stir gently and cook for 2 minutes until spinach wilts.
  5. Step 5: Remove skillet from heat and drizzle with 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice. Toss lightly and serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Garlic Sautéed Shrimp with Cherry Tomato and Spinach Skillet take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Sautéed Shrimp with Cherry Tomato and Spinach Skillet?

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 extra virgin olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Garlic Sautéed Shrimp with Cherry Tomato and Spinach Skillet?

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 Sautéed Shrimp with Cherry Tomato and Spinach Skillet 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 Sautéed Shrimp with Cherry Tomato and Spinach Skillet whole30?

Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30 based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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