Garlic Shrimp & White Bean Sheet Pan Dinner: High Protein, High Fiber, Zero Fuss
Dinner doesn’t need to be complicated to be satisfying. In fact, some of the best meals come from the simplest combinations. This Garlic Shrimp & White Bean Sheet Pan Dinner is proof: one pan, high protein, high fiber, and ready faster than takeout.
Instead of juggling pots and pans, you’re tossing shrimp, white beans, and spinach with olive oil, garlic, and lemon, sliding it all into the oven, and letting dinner take care of itself. The result? A balanced, flavorful meal with powerhouse nutrition — and almost no cleanup.
Because let’s be real: you have better things to do after dinner than scrub pots.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
High in protein – ~33 grams per serving to keep you fueled and satisfied.
Rich in fiber – Nearly 5 grams per serving from white beans and spinach for better digestion and satiety.
One pan, zero stress – Toss it all on a sheet pan and let the oven do the work.
Faster than takeout – On the table in 30 minutes (and you’ll feel better after eating it).
Garlic Shrimp & White Bean Sheet Pan Dinner
Servings: 4
Prep time: 15 minutes (includes marinating)
Cook time: 15 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups fresh spinach
1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 lemon, thinly sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried thyme)
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Marinate the shrimp – In a large bowl, combine shrimp, salt, pepper, garlic, thyme, lemon slices, and olive oil. Toss to coat and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
Add beans – Stir in the white beans.
Bake – Spread the mixture evenly on a sheet pan. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10 minutes.
Add spinach – Remove from the oven, scatter spinach over the top, and return to bake for 5 more minutes, until shrimp are pink and spinach is wilted.
Serve & enjoy – Add an extra squeeze of lemon if you like things bright and zesty.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Calories: ~251
Protein: ~33g
Fiber: ~5g
Why This Meal Works for You
This dinner is the ultimate protein + fiber combo: shrimp supply lean protein to support muscle and metabolism, while white beans and spinach provide gut-friendly fiber and steady energy. Together, they keep you satisfied long after dinner — no late-night snacking required.
And because it all happens on one pan, you’ll spend less time cooking and cleaning and more time doing the things that matter most — whether that’s family time, catching up on your favorite show, or just putting your feet up.
Final Thoughts
Skip the drive-thru and make this instead. With 30 minutes, one pan, and tons of nutrients, this Garlic Shrimp & White Bean Sheet Pan Dinner makes healthy eating almost effortless. Learn how to create your own one pan meals here!
Fast. Nourishing. Delicious. And easier than takeout.
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