Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Asparagus
A quick and fresh dish of shrimp and green asparagus tossed in olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice, all made in one skillet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add asparagus and lemon juice, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until the asparagus is tender.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Use fresh or thawed shrimp for best texture; do not overcook the shrimp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: shrimp, asparagus, quick meal, gluten-free, lemon garlic
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