HEALTHY RECIPES
Mediterranean Garlic Seared Shrimp on Crisp Herb Greens
Medically Reviewed & Fact-Checked by FastingTracker Medical Board • Written by
Aly Owen •
Updated: Sep 21, 2026
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High-Protein
Plump tiger shrimp seared in garlic, chili, and extra virgin olive oil, served over a bed of crisp mixed greens and arugula.
⏱ Prep: 10 min🍳 Cook: 15 min
🔬 Nutritionist Note: Shrimp is one of the lowest calorie sources of complete protein, perfect for maintaining a caloric deficit while feeding.
Total Time
25 mins
Phases
Prep: 10m
Cook: 15m
Yield
1 servings
Nutrition
280 kcal
Ingredients
- 200g Raw tiger shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails on
- 100g Mixed salad greens
- 50g Wild arugula
- 2 Cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/4 tsp Red pepper chili flakes
- 15ml Extra virgin olive oil
- 15ml Fresh lemon juice
- 15g Fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
- Sea salt to taste
Instructions
- Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, toss crisp mixed greens and arugula with 1 teaspoon of olive oil, half the lemon juice, and a pinch of salt; arrange on a serving platter.
- Heat remaining olive oil in a wide skillet over medium heat. Add sliced garlic and chili flakes, cooking for 30–45 seconds until aromatic without burning.
- Increase heat to medium-high, add the shrimp in a single layer, and sear for 2 minutes per side until pink, opaque, and slightly curled.
- Remove from heat immediately, squeeze remaining lemon juice over the hot shrimp, and toss with chopped parsley.
- Transfer sizzling shrimp and pan juices directly over the bed of greens and serve immediately.
📚 Scientific Studies & Medical References (5 Sources) ▼
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