Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Spanish Lemon and Parsley

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-07 · Updated 2026-06-07

Quick and flavorful sautéed shrimp infused with garlic, brightened with fresh lemon juice and parsley for a classic Spanish appetizer. This Spanish-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 15 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 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. 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
• 5, thinly sliced garlic cloves
• 1/4 cup dry white wine
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 3 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add 5 thinly sliced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp, 3/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (if using). Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3-4 minutes until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
3. Step 3: Pour in 1/4 cup dry white wine and 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, simmering for 2 minutes until the sauce reduces slightly and coats the shrimp.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 3 tbsp chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.