Sautéed Shrimp with Cherry Tomatoes and Fresh Basil
Quick-cooked shrimp with sweet cherry tomatoes and fragrant basil in a simple pan sauce. This mediterranean-inspired whole30 ready in about 18 minutes pairs ounces, peeled and deveined shrimp, tablespoon olive oil, halved cherry tomatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 285 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 12 ounces, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 2: Add shrimp, 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, and pinch black pepper, then cook for 2 minutes until pink and opaque. Push shrimp to one side of the skillet.
- Step 3: Add cherry tomatoes and minced garlic to the empty side, sautéing for 2 minutes until tomatoes soften. Stir in chopped basil, then combine with shrimp and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Shrimp with Cherry Tomatoes and Fresh Basil take to make?
Total time is about 18 minutes (10 min prep + 8 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 Shrimp with Cherry Tomatoes and Fresh Basil?
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 tablespoon olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Shrimp with Cherry Tomatoes and Fresh Basil?
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 Shrimp with Cherry Tomatoes and Fresh Basil for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Shrimp with Cherry Tomatoes and Fresh Basil?
Mediterranean whole30 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Loved it! So simple and full of flavor.
- ★★★★★
My kids asked for seconds! This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
- ★★★★☆
The shrimp turned out delicious, but I found the sauce a bit bland without the salt I usually add.
