Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Lime and Cilantro

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-02 · Updated 2026-05-02

Quick and flavorful shrimp sautéed with fresh garlic, zesty lime juice, and bright cilantro for a light and satisfying seafood dish. This Latin American recipe, ready in about 16 minutes, pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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 shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 3 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp are pink and opaque.
3. Step 3: Remove skillet from heat and stir in 2 tbsp fresh lime juice and 3 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, tossing to coat shrimp evenly.
4. Step 4: Serve immediately over rice or with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful juices.