🍤 Mediterranean Garlic Shrimp with Cherry Tomatoes & Spinach

🥣 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

🦐 Main Ingredients

• 400 g (about 1 lb) shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• 2 cups fresh baby spinach

• Juice of ½ lemon

• ½ tsp paprika

• ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional for spice)

• Salt & black pepper to taste

• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

👩‍🍳 Instructions

✅ Step 1: Prepare the Shrimp

1. Pat shrimp dry with a paper towel.

2. Season lightly with salt, pepper, and paprika.

✅ Step 2: Sauté the Garlic

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

2. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant (don’t brown it).

✅ Step 3: Add Tomatoes

1. Add cherry tomatoes and cook for 2–3 minutes until they start to soften.

2. Season lightly with salt and pepper.

✅ Step 4: Cook the Shrimp

1. Add shrimp to the pan and cook for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.

2. Squeeze lemon juice over the shrimp.

✅ Step 5: Add Spinach

1. Toss in the spinach and stir until wilted (about 1–2 minutes).

2. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and a drizzle of olive oil.

✅ Step 6: Serve

Serve immediately with:

• 🥖 Warm pita or crusty bread

• 🍚 Cooked rice, quinoa, or orzo pasta

• 🥗 A side of Greek salad

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💚 Health & Nutrition Benefits

✅ Healthy Tips

1. 🌿 Use wild-caught shrimp for best quality and nutrition.

2. 🍋 Add extra lemon and herbs for brightness and flavor.

3. 🍆 Mix in zucchini or bell peppers for more veggies.

4. ❄️ Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days — reheat gently.