Garlic Shrimp with Asparagus

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and flavorful Garlic Shrimp with Asparagus recipe! Bursting with fresh, zesty flavors, this one-pan dish combines tender shrimp perfectly seared in garlicky butter with crisp, bright-green asparagus for a meal that's as nutritious as it is delicious. A dash of fresh lemon juice and optional red pepper flakes add a tangy, subtly spicy kick, while a garnish of parsley brightens the dish beautifully. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy garlic shrimp recipe is perfect for busy evenings yet special enough for entertaining. Serve it on its own or alongside rice, pasta, or crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the luscious citrus-butter sauce. Perfectly balanced and irresistibly fresh, this dish is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams Raw large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 250 grams Fresh asparagus (trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces)
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Start by washing and trimming the asparagus. Cut each stalk into 2-inch pieces and set aside.

Step 2

Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the asparagus pieces and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until they turn bright green and become slightly tender. Remove asparagus from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

Step 5

Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until they turn pink and opaque. Be careful not to overcook.

Step 6

Return the asparagus to the skillet and stir to combine. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir everything together until the butter melts and coats all the ingredients evenly.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 9

Serve immediately on its own or alongside rice, pasta, or crusty bread for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	802.7 grams (802.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	954

Total Fat 51.80g	66%
Saturated Fat 23.70g	119%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 971mg	324%
Sodium 1694mg	74%
Total Carbohydrate 16.80g	6%
Dietary Fiber 5.90g	21%
Total Sugars 5.70g
Protein 114.80g	230%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 403mg	31%
Iron 7mg	40%
Potassium 1774mg	38%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.0%

Protein: 46.3%

Carbs: 6.8%