Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Spinach and Feta

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A quick and flavorful shrimp dish sautéed with garlic and spinach, finished with crumbled feta for a tangy keto meal. This seafood-inspired keto (low carb) ready in about 15 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, fresh baby spinach, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 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.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Seafood cuisine 300 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Add 5 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp, season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
  4. Step 4: Add 5 cups fresh baby spinach to the skillet, stirring continuously until the spinach wilts, about 2 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice and 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese; toss gently to combine and serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Spinach and Feta 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 Garlic Shrimp with Spinach and Feta?

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 baby spinach from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Spinach and Feta?

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 Garlic Shrimp with Spinach and Feta 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 Garlic Shrimp with Spinach and Feta keto?

Yes — this recipe is tagged keto, low carb, gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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