Healthy Easy Lemon Garlic Shrimp (Printable version)

Quick, flavorful shrimp and asparagus cooked with garlic and lemon for a healthy meal.

# What You Need:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 lb asparagus, ends trimmed, cut into 2-inch pieces

→ Aromatics & Fresh

03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
05 - 1 lemon, zest and juice

→ Pantry

06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
09 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

# Step-by-step guide:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F.
02 - On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss the shrimp and asparagus with olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until evenly coated.
03 - Spread everything out in a single, even layer on the baking sheet.
04 - Roast in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque and the asparagus is just tender.
05 - Remove from the oven and immediately drizzle with fresh lemon juice.
06 - Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 22 minutes from start to finish
  • One-pan cooking means minimal cleanup
  • Naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and low-carb
  • Packed with protein and fresh vegetables
  • Bright, restaurant-quality flavors at home
  • Perfect for meal prep or entertaining
02 -
  • Use large or jumbo shrimp for the best texture and presentation
  • Don't skip the lemon zest—it adds incredible aromatic depth
  • Add the lemon juice after roasting to preserve its bright, fresh flavor
  • Let the shrimp come to room temperature for 10 minutes before cooking for more even results
  • Save any leftover lemon-garlic oil from the pan to drizzle over grains or salads
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