Mediterranean Diet Garlic Butter Shrimp
Indulge in the bright, zesty flavors of the Mediterranean with this Garlic Butter Shrimp recipe, a quick and healthy dish perfect for weeknights. Succulent, pan-seared shrimp are bathed in a luscious garlic butter sauce laced with fresh lemon juice, olive oil, and a hint of oregano. The dish is elevated with the addition of vibrant cherry tomatoes and nutrient-packed spinach, bringing a pop of color and richness to every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this Mediterranean diet-friendly recipe is perfect for a light dinner or as a flavorful topper for quinoa, pasta, or a crisp green salad. Packed with heart-healthy ingredients, fresh herbs, and bold flavors, this dish proves that simplicity and elegance can coexist deliciously.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Instructions
1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and black pepper.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 2 minutes per side, or until they are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining olive oil and the butter. Allow the butter to melt completely.
4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, making sure not to burn the garlic.
5. Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and dried oregano to the skillet. Stir to combine the flavors.
6. Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat them in the sauce.
7. Add the fresh spinach and cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the spinach is wilted and the tomatoes are softened.
8. Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
9. Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley and lemon wedges if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
981 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.0 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.2 g | 91% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 919 mg | 306% | |
| Sodium | 1755 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.6 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g | ||
| Protein | 114.3 g | 229% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 490 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1771 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
