Description
Sautéed Shrimp with Spinach brings coastal Mediterranean flavors to your dinner table, offering a light and elegant seafood experience. Succulent shrimp nestled among tender spinach leaves create a quick, nutritious meal that delivers pure culinary satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 5 cups fresh spinach
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Fats, Seasonings, and Extras:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers slightly.
- Arrange shrimp in a single layer, seasoning with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes, flipping once, until they transform into a vibrant pink and become translucent.
- Transfer cooked shrimp to a separate plate, keeping them warm.
- In the same skillet, quickly sauté minced garlic and red pepper flakes for 30-45 seconds, releasing their aromatic essence without burning.
- Introduce fresh spinach leaves to the skillet, gently tossing and allowing them to wilt and reduce in volume for 2-3 minutes.
- Reintroduce the seared shrimp to the skillet, drizzling with fresh lemon juice and adding a pat of butter.
- Gently toss all ingredients together, ensuring shrimp are evenly heated and coated with the silky sauce for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Optional: Sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese for an extra layer of richness.
- Serve immediately while the dish remains hot and the flavors are at their peak.
Notes
- Ensure shrimp are completely thawed and patted dry before cooking to prevent excess moisture and achieve perfect searing.
- Select fresh, large shrimp for the best texture and quick cooking time, preferably wild-caught for richer flavor.
- Adjust red pepper flakes quantity based on personal spice tolerance, starting with a small amount and gradually increasing.
- Transform this dish into a low-carb option by serving over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles instead of traditional pasta.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 200mg