Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic, Spinach, and Cherry Tomatoes

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Quick and vibrant sautéed shrimp tossed with fresh spinach and burst cherry tomatoes for a colorful, Whole30-compliant seafood dish. This mediterranean-inspired seafood (gluten free, dairy free) ready in about 15 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, olive oil, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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 Mediterranean cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp in a single layer and season with 1/2 tsp sea salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes on one side until pink edges appear.
  2. Step 2: Flip the shrimp and add 5 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (if using). Sauté together for 1-2 minutes until shrimp are opaque and garlic is fragrant but not browned.
  3. Step 3: Add 1.5 cups halved cherry tomatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes until tomatoes soften and release juices.
  4. Step 4: Add 5 cups roughly chopped fresh spinach, 1/4 tsp sea salt, 1/8 tsp black pepper, and remaining 1 tbsp olive oil. Stir and cook for 2 minutes until spinach wilts and everything is heated through.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and drizzle 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice over the dish before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

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

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 olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic, Spinach, and Cherry Tomatoes?

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, Spinach, and Cherry Tomatoes 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, Spinach, and Cherry Tomatoes gluten free?

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

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