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Vibrant serving of lemon garlic shrimp and tender asparagus arranged elegantly on a white ceramic plate. The shrimp glisten with a citrusy glaze, garnished with fresh herbs, with bright green asparagus spears alongside, set on a rustic wooden table with a hint of lemon slices and garlic cloves in the background.

Quick Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Asparagus Delight

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A vibrant and flavorful seafood dish featuring succulent shrimp cooked with garlic and lemon, paired with fresh asparagus, ideal for a nutritious weeknight meal.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 lemons, juiced and zested
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Push shrimp to one side of the skillet and add asparagus to the other side.
  5. Sauté asparagus for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender.
  6. Squeeze lemon juice over the shrimp and asparagus, zest lemons on top.
  7. Season with salt and pepper, then garnish with chopped parsley.
  8. Serve hot with extra lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

  • For added flavor, sprinkle red pepper flakes during cooking.
  • This dish pairs well with rice or crusty bread.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stir-fry, sauté
  • Cuisine: Seafood
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Low-Carb

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 250 Kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 165mg