Stovetop Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Spinach and Parsley

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

Tender shrimp sautéed in a bright lemon-garlic sauce with fresh spinach and parsley for a light, flavorful dish. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 15 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 210 calories and feeds 3, 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
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp, freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 4 cups baby spinach
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb peeled shrimp, seasoned with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, and cook for 2 minutes on one side until pink edges appear.
2. Step 2: Flip shrimp and add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (if using). Sauté for 1-2 minutes until garlic is fragrant and shrimp are opaque.
3. Step 3: Add 4 cups baby spinach and 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice to the skillet. Stir gently for 2 minutes until spinach wilts and flavors combine.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately with crusty bread or over rice.