Garlic-Sautéed Shrimp with Cherry Tomatoes and Basil

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-03 · Updated 2026-05-03

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Tender shrimp sautéed with garlic and cherry tomatoes, finished with fresh basil for a vibrant, Whole30-compliant seafood dish. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood recipe (whole30, gluten free), ready in about 17 minutes, pairs peeled and deveined shrimp, 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 180 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: 7 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Add 1 pound of peeled and deveined shrimp in a single layer and season with 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, and 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes if using; cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until pink and slightly golden.
Step 4: Flip the shrimp and add 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes; cook together for another 2-3 minutes until shrimp are opaque and tomatoes soften.
Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves; serve immediately while warm.