Description
Shrimp and asparagus unite in this vibrant, garlicky dish that’s quick to prepare and bursting with flavor—perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy dinner any night of the week!
Ingredients
- Fresh shrimp (peeled)
- Asparagus (trimmed)
- Garlic (minced)
- Olive oil
- Lemon juice
- Salt & pepper
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry. Trim asparagus and cut into 2-inch pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds, then add asparagus and cook until bright green and crisp (3-4 minutes).
- Add shrimp to the skillet, cooking until pink and opaque (about 4-5 minutes).
- Drizzle with lemon juice, season with salt and pepper, then stir well.
- Serve immediately, garnished with lemon zest if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 220mg