Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Feta and Spinach

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-12 · Updated 2026-06-12

Succulent shrimp sautéed with garlic, fresh spinach, and crumbled feta for a quick, flavorful Mediterranean dish. This Greek-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 18 minutes, pairs large shrimp, extra virgin olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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 extra virgin olive oil
• 4 cloves, thinly sliced garlic cloves
• 5 cups fresh baby spinach
• 1/2 cup, crumbled feta cheese
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
3. Step 3: Add 5 cups fresh baby spinach to the pan and toss with the shrimp, cooking for 1-2 minutes until spinach wilts.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese and 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, tossing gently to combine. Serve immediately with crusty bread or over rice.