Ingredients
Scale
- 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, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add asparagus to the skillet, sauté until tender-crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in lemon juice and zest, cook for another minute.
- Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon for the best flavor.
- Adjust cooking time for different shrimp sizes.
- Serve with rice or crusty bread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 280 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 410 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg