Sautéed Mediterranean Shrimp with Garlic, Feta, and Spinach
Juicy shrimp pan-seared with garlic and olive oil, tossed with fresh spinach and crumbled feta for a vibrant Mediterranean dish. This Greek-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs large shrimp, 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 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 sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until pink and opaque, then flip and cook another 2 minutes.
- Step 3: Stir in 5 cups fresh baby spinach, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper, cooking for 2 minutes until spinach wilts.
- Step 4: Remove skillet from heat, drizzle 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice over the shrimp and spinach, then sprinkle 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese on top. Toss gently to combine and serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Mediterranean Shrimp with Garlic, Feta, and Spinach take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 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 Mediterranean Shrimp with Garlic, Feta, and Spinach?
Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Mediterranean Shrimp with Garlic, Feta, and Spinach?
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 Mediterranean Shrimp with Garlic, Feta, and Spinach 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.
What goes well with Sautéed Mediterranean Shrimp with Garlic, Feta, and Spinach?
Greek seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
