Garlic Butter Shrimp with Sautéed Spinach

Succulent shrimp bathed in flavorful garlic butter, served alongside tender sautéed spinach. Discover this amazing Garlic Butter Shrimp recipe!

Garlic Butter Shrimp with Sautéed Spinach

This quick and delicious dish combines tender shrimp sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce with fresh, flavorful spinach. Perfect for a light yet satisfying meal!

Ingredients

For the Shrimp:

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• ½ tsp paprika
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

For the Sautéed Spinach:

• 3 cups fresh spinach
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and season with salt, black pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
2. Add Garlic Butter: Reduce heat to low, add butter and minced garlic, and stir until fragrant (about 1 minute). Drizzle with lemon juice and mix well.
3. Sauté the Spinach: In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Toss in spinach, season with salt and black pepper, and cook until wilted (about 2 minutes).
4. Serve & Enjoy: Plate the sautéed spinach and top with garlic butter shrimp. Garnish with extra lemon juice or fresh herbs if desired.

Cooking Time:

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes

Nutritional Info (Per Serving):

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 30g

A simple yet elegant dish that’s perfect for any night of the week! Would you like suggestions for side dishes or additional flavors? 😊