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A quick and flavorful one-pan dinner featuring large shrimp and crisp asparagus sautéed in a bright lemon garlic sauce. Ready in 20 minutes, naturally low-carb, keto-friendly, and gluten-free.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, juice and zest
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Rinse shrimp under cold water, pat dry, and season lightly with salt and black pepper.
  2. Snap off asparagus woody ends and cut stalks into 2-inch pieces.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add minced garlic and sauté 1–2 minutes until fragrant, avoiding browning.
  5. Increase heat to medium-high, add shrimp, and cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque; transfer shrimp out of the skillet.
  6. Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet, add asparagus, and sauté 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp, stirring occasionally.
  7. Return shrimp to the skillet, add lemon juice and zest, and add butter if using; toss gently and cook 1–2 minutes to combine.
  8. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and optional red pepper flakes; serve immediately.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, omit the butter and use additional olive oil or a plant-based oil instead., Add extra red pepper flakes or hot sauce for more heat., Mix in other vegetables such as cherry tomatoes, zucchini, or diced bell peppers to add variety and nutrition., Serve with rice, quinoa, pasta, or cauliflower rice to turn it into a complete meal., Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently in a skillet over medium heat to prevent shrimp from becoming tough., Frozen shrimp can be used if thawed completely and patted dry before cooking., Asparagus can be substituted with green beans, zucchini, or broccoli if desired.

  • Author: Laura
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220 calories per serving
  • Fat: ~10 grams per serving
  • Carbohydrates: ~6 grams per serving
  • Protein: ~23 grams per serving