Anti Inflammatory Garlic Shrimp Skillet

Total time25 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time15 min

This skillet dinner is the kind of weeknight meal that looks impressive but comes together in under 20 minutes, making it easy to eat well even on the busiest nights. Plump shrimp get a quick sear in extra-virgin olive oil until perfectly pink, then get tossed back into a pan full of blistered cherry tomatoes, wilted baby spinach, and golden sliced garlic — it's colorful, fragrant, and genuinely satisfying. The real anti-inflammatory power here comes from the lineup of ingredients working together: olive oil, turmeric, garlic, tomatoes, and leafy greens are all well-regarded for their natural compounds that support a low-inflammation lifestyle. A hit of fresh lemon juice at the end brightens everything up and ties the flavors together without any heavy sauces or processed additions. Red pepper flakes add just enough heat to keep things interesting, and a handful of fresh parsley on top makes it feel restaurant-worthy. This recipe serves 4, so it's a solid choice for a family dinner or for portioning out lunches through the week.

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Ingredients

4 servings

1 ½ lb large shrimp (21–25 count), peeled and deveined, tails on or off
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3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp red pepper flakes
6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 pint (10 oz) cherry tomatoes, halved
3 cups baby spinach, loosely packed
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
¼ tsp ground turmeric

For serving

2 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels, then toss in a bowl with 1 tbsp of the olive oil, the salt, black pepper, and turmeric until evenly coated.
2
Heat the remaining 2 tbsp olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes, until the undersides are pink and opaque. Flip with tongs and cook for 1 minute more, until the shrimp are pink and opaque throughout with no translucent gray at the center. Transfer to a plate.

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