Description
Lemon Garlic Shrimp Dinner is a vibrant, quick dish bursting with zesty flavors that will transport you straight to flavor paradise in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 3 tbsp)
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- 1. Prep the shrimp: Peel and devein if needed. Mince garlic and chop parsley.
- 2. Heat oil: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil until shimmering.
- 3. Sauté garlic: Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant; avoid burning.
- 4. Cook shrimp: Add shrimp in a single layer, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- 5. Add flavor: Pour in lemon juice and sprinkle with chili flakes; stir gently for another minute.
- 6. Garnish & serve: Remove from heat, toss with parsley, and serve over rice or pasta.
Notes
- For added variation, consider substituting shrimp with chicken or incorporating vegetables like spinach or asparagus.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days; reheat on the stovetop gently.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 220mg