Description
Shrimp and asparagus unite in this quick, vibrant dish, delivering a burst of flavor that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry. Prepare asparagus by trimming woody ends and cutting into 2-inch pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add minced garlic; sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add shrimp in a single layer; cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Stir in asparagus, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes; sauté for another 3-5 minutes until asparagus is tender yet crisp.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 220mg