Healthy Easy Lemon Garlic Shrimp (Printable version)

A vibrant lemon garlic shrimp and asparagus dish cooked quickly with fresh herbs and spices.

# Ingredient list:

→ 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 - ½ teaspoon sea salt
08 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
09 - ¼ 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 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 lemon juice
06 - Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Ready in just 22 minutes from start to finish
  • Only one pan to clean—perfect for easy weeknight cooking
  • Naturally gluten-free, low-carb, and dairy-free
  • Packed with lean protein and fresh vegetables
  • Bright, restaurant-quality flavors with minimal effort
  • Easily customizable to suit your taste preferences
02 -
  • Pat shrimp completely dry before seasoning for better caramelization
  • Don't overcook—shrimp continue cooking briefly after leaving the oven
  • Use fresh lemon juice at the end rather than during roasting to preserve brightness
  • Choose medium-thickness asparagus for the most even cooking
  • If using frozen shrimp, thaw completely and drain well before use
  • Check labels on pre-packaged ingredients to avoid hidden allergens
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