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A vibrant plate of lemon garlic shrimp and tender asparagus spears, garnished with fresh herbs, served on a sleek white dish with a light lemon zest drizzle, showcasing a shiny, juicy shrimp and crisp green asparagus against a clean, neutral background.

Quick Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Asparagus Dinner

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A quick and flavorful seafood dinner with lemon garlic shrimp and asparagus, perfect for busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add asparagus and cook for another 3-4 minutes until tender.
  5. Stir in lemon juice and zest, season with salt and pepper.
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can substitute broccoli or green beans for asparagus.
  • Adjust cooking time based on shrimp size.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
  • Calories: 220 Kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 340mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 165mg