Shrimp and Spinach 🍤🥬
Shrimp and spinach is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dish featuring tender shrimp sautéed with fresh spinach. It’s versatile and works as a main course, pasta topping, or a light stir-fry.
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
Instructions
- Cook the shrimp
Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from skillet and set aside. - Sauté spinach
In the same skillet, add garlic and red pepper flakes (if using). Sauté 30 seconds until fragrant, then add spinach. Cook until wilted, about 2–3 minutes. - Combine and finish
Return shrimp to the skillet and toss with spinach. Drizzle with lemon juice if desired. Serve immediately.
Serving Ideas 🍽️
- Serve over rice, quinoa, or pasta
- Pair with garlic bread for a fuller meal
- Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese or pine nuts for extra flavor
💡 Tip:
- For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine when sautéing shrimp.
- Don’t overcook spinach—it should be tender but still bright green.
I can also give you a creamy garlic shrimp and spinach skillet recipe if you want a richer, sauce-based version.
