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Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Asparagus

Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Asparagus: A Zesty Quick Delight

This Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Asparagus recipe is a quick and healthy dish bursting with zesty flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Shrimp and Asparagus
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon juiced for zestiness

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add asparagus and sauté for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
  3. Push asparagus to the side, and add remaining olive oil and garlic.
  4. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant, then add shrimp.
  5. Cook shrimp for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink.
  6. Squeeze lemon juice over the shrimp and asparagus, then season with salt and pepper. Toss to combine.
  7. Serve warm as a delightful main dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 24gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish pairs well with rice or quinoa for a complete meal.

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