Skillet-Simmered Shrimp with Cherry Tomatoes and Basil

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-06 · Updated 2026-08-06

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Tender shrimp cooked in a skillet with bursting cherry tomatoes and fresh basil for a vibrant, saucy dinner. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood recipe (whole30, gluten free), ready in about 22 minutes, pairs shrimp, peeled and deveined, cherry tomatoes, halved, extra virgin olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. 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.

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Prep: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp red chili flakes
1 tbsp lemon juice

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering, then add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Step 2: Add 1 pint halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften and release their juices into a sauce.
Step 3: Stir in 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes; cook for 3-4 minutes until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves and 1 tbsp lemon juice for brightness, tossing gently to combine before serving.