Sautéed Mediterranean Shrimp with Garlic, Feta, and Spinach

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-04 · Updated 2026-08-04

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

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.