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Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Asparagus

A vibrant and zesty dish featuring succulent shrimp and tender asparagus, all enveloped in a refreshing lemon-garlic sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh shrimp is recommended.
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed Choose firm, vibrant green asparagus.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Adjust garlic according to taste.
  • Juice of 1 lemon lemon juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
  • to taste salt and pepper Season according to preference.
  • to taste red pepper flakes (optional) Add for more heat.
  • for garnish fresh parsley, chopped To add color and flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
  3. Toss in the shrimp and cook until they turn pink, roughly 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the asparagus and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until tender.
  5. Squeeze lemon juice over the shrimp and asparagus, then season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
  6. Stir everything together and let it cook for another minute to combine the flavors.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2g

Notes

Consider plating this dish over jasmine rice or alongside a quinoa salad. For storage, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to two days or freeze for up to a month. Reheat gently to avoid rubbery shrimp.

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