Description
Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Asparagus is a quick and flavorful one-pan dish made with juicy shrimp and tender asparagus in a buttery garlic-lemon sauce. It’s light, fresh, and perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinners alike.
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add asparagus and cook 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly tender.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Push asparagus to the side and add shrimp in a single layer.
- Cook shrimp 1–2 minutes per side, until pink and opaque.
- Stir in lemon juice, zest, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Toss shrimp and asparagus in the sauce until well coated, then remove from heat.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Add cherry tomatoes for sweetness and color.
- Serve over rice, pasta, or quinoa for a heartier meal.
- For a creamy variation, stir in a splash of heavy cream or sprinkle with Parmesan.
- Swap asparagus with green beans, zucchini, or broccoli.
- Store leftovers in the fridge up to 2 days; reheat gently in a skillet to avoid rubbery shrimp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
