Tuscan Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-29 · Updated 2026-05-29

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A vibrant skillet dish featuring succulent shrimp sautéed with garlic, spinach, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes in a fragrant herb-infused olive oil base. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood recipe (whole30, paleo), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, extra virgin olive oil, garlic cloves, minced 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 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: 10 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
4 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Stir in 1/3 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes to release their flavor.
Step 4: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp in a single layer, sprinkle with 1 tsp sea salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
Step 5: Add 4 cups fresh baby spinach leaves and toss gently, cooking for 1-2 minutes until the spinach wilts.
Step 6: Remove from heat, drizzle with 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.