Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic, Cherry Tomatoes, and Spinach

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A quick Whole30 seafood dish featuring succulent shrimp sautéed with garlic, fresh cherry tomatoes, and vibrant spinach, perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner. This mediterranean-inspired seafood (whole30, gluten free) ready in about 20 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, pint, halved cherry tomatoes, washed and stems removed fresh spinach 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 5 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and garlic edges turn golden but not burnt.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp, seasoning with 1/2 tsp sea salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to skillet along with 1 pint halved cherry tomatoes and 1/2 tsp sea salt. Cook tomatoes for 3-4 minutes until softened and juicy.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 5 cups fresh spinach and cook for 2 minutes until just wilted.
  5. Step 5: Return shrimp to skillet and toss with vegetables. Sprinkle with 1/4 tsp black pepper and drizzle with 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice. Remove from heat.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic, Cherry Tomatoes, 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 Shrimp with Garlic, Cherry Tomatoes, and Spinach?

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 pint, halved cherry tomatoes from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic, Cherry Tomatoes, 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 Shrimp with Garlic, Cherry Tomatoes, 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.

Is Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic, Cherry Tomatoes, and Spinach whole30?

Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30, gluten free, paleo based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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