Sautéed Garlic Shrimp and Spinach Rice Bowl

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-09 · Updated 2026-06-09

Quick and flavorful sautéed shrimp with garlic and fresh spinach served over fluffy jasmine rice for a wholesome meal. This Asian Fusion-inspired rice and grain recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs shrimp, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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 large, peeled and deveined shrimp
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 5 minced garlic cloves
• 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
• 4 cups packed fresh spinach
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 4 cups cooked jasmine rice
• for serving fresh lemon wedges

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 5 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp in a single layer, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper while cooking.
3. Step 3: Add 4 cups packed fresh spinach to the skillet and stir for 2 minutes until wilted and coated with garlic oil.
4. Step 4: Divide 4 cups cooked jasmine rice into 4 bowls, top evenly with the garlic shrimp and spinach mixture.
5. Step 5: Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges to squeeze over the bowl for brightness.