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Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Asparagus

A quick and satisfying skillet dish featuring tender, lemony shrimp paired with crisp-tender asparagus, ideal for busy weeknights or special date nights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Seafood
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Medium-large is ideal.
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed Snap off woody ends.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Use light olive oil or avocado oil for high-heat.
  • 1 lemon juiced Reserve a few wedges for serving.
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Warm a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Let the oil shimmer.
  2. Add the trimmed asparagus in a single layer and cook, stirring once or twice, until bright green and tender-crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Push the asparagus to the side, add the minced garlic to the oil, and cook about 1 minute until fragrant. Don’t brown the garlic.
  4. Add the shrimp to the skillet. Pour the juice of one lemon over the shrimp, and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Cook, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are pink and opaque, about 3-5 minutes depending on size.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning. If you like heat, sprinkle with red pepper flakes. Toss everything once to combine.
  7. Serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

Cool leftovers promptly and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Shrimp can become rubbery if reheated too aggressively; reheat gently.

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