Quick Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Sautéed Greens

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A speedy, flavorful meal with succulent shrimp and tender greens cooked in a bright lemon-garlic sauce. This mediterranean-inspired whole30 (low-carb) ready in about 17 minutes pairs shrimp, avocado oil, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 240 calories and feeds 2, 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.

★ 4.3 (10 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 7 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 240 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2 minutes per side until opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Add garlic to the same skillet and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in kale, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until kale is wilted and tender.
  3. Step 3: Return shrimp to skillet with lemon slices. Toss gently for 1 minute until shrimp are heated through and coated in lemony oil.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Quick Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Sautéed Greens take to make?

Total time is about 17 minutes (10 min prep + 7 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 Quick Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Sautéed Greens?

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 shrimp from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Quick Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Sautéed Greens?

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 Quick Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Sautéed Greens for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Quick Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Sautéed Greens low-carb?

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

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