Description
This One-Pan Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Asparagus is a delightful blend of fresh flavors and elegant simplicity. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Ingredients
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 lemon, zested and juiced
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
1. 1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. 2. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. 3. Add shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Cook until shrimp are pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
4. 4. Add asparagus and lemon juice, cooking until asparagus is tender-crisp, about 3-5 minutes.
5. 5. Stir in lemon zest and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes. This dish pairs beautifully with a side of rice or quinoa.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: One-Pan & Skillet Dinners
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg