Description
Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Asparagus is a quick, flavorful, and healthy dish perfect for any occasion. With just 20 minutes from start to finish, this low-carb recipe combines tender shrimp, crisp asparagus, and a zesty lemon garlic sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juice and zest
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter (optional)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
1. Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Season with salt and black pepper.
2. Snap off the woody ends of the asparagus and cut the stalks into 2-inch pieces.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Increase the heat to medium-high. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
5. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Add the asparagus and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
6. Return the shrimp to the skillet with the asparagus. Add the lemon juice, zest, and butter (if using). Toss everything together and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to meld the flavors.
7. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
For added richness, use the optional butter. You can substitute asparagus with green beans or broccoli if preferred. This dish pairs well with rice, pasta, or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 180mg