Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Spinach and White Beans

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-07 · Updated 2026-05-07

Sautéed shrimp infused with bright lemon and garlic flavors, served atop a bed of tender spinach and creamy white beans. This Brazilian recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs large shrimp, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 290 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, peeled and deveined large shrimp
• 3 tbsp, divided olive oil
• 5, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed canned white beans
• 5 cups fresh baby spinach
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp, divided salt
• 1/2 tsp, divided black pepper
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp seasoned with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook shrimp for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque, then transfer to a plate.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp olive oil and 5 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
3. Step 3: Add 1 can (15 oz) drained white beans, 5 cups fresh baby spinach, 1 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3-4 minutes until spinach wilts and beans are heated through.
4. Step 4: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, add 1 tsp lemon zest and 2 tbsp lemon juice. Toss gently to combine and warm through for 1 minute.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.