Quick Shrimp and Asparagus Delight
Quickly prepare a flavorful shrimp and asparagus dish that bursts with fresh ingredients, perfect for a busy weeknight or a delightful dinner gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and dry the shrimp. Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add minced garlic; sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Toss in the seasoned shrimp and asparagus; cook for 4-5 minutes until shrimp turns pink and opaque.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting asparagus with broccoli or adding herbs like parsley. Avoid overcrowding the pan to achieve optimal searing on the shrimp.
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