Sautéed Shrimp and Spinach with Lemon-Garlic Butter

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Tender shrimp quickly sautéed with fresh spinach, tossed in a bright lemon-garlic butter sauce that highlights the natural sweetness of the seafood. This mediterranean-inspired seafood (low carb) ready in about 15 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, fresh spinach, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 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.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 210 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until melted and shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/8 tsp red pepper flakes, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp, season with 3/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
  4. Step 4: Add 5 cups fresh spinach to the skillet and toss with the shrimp until spinach wilts, about 2 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Stir in remaining 2 tbsp unsalted butter and 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, tossing everything to coat evenly. Serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Shrimp and Spinach with Lemon-Garlic Butter take to make?

Total time is about 15 minutes (5 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 Sautéed Shrimp and Spinach with Lemon-Garlic Butter?

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 fresh spinach from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Shrimp and Spinach with Lemon-Garlic Butter?

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 Sautéed Shrimp and Spinach with Lemon-Garlic Butter 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 Sautéed Shrimp and Spinach with Lemon-Garlic Butter 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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