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Easy Zesty Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Asparagus

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A quick, healthy, and flavorful shrimp and asparagus dish with bright lemon zest and garlic, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 bunch asparagus (about 1 pound), trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Trim woody ends off the asparagus and cut into 2-inch pieces.
  3. Mince the garlic finely.
  4. Zest and juice the lemon separately, keeping zest and juice ready.
  5. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil and butter. Wait until butter melts and foams.
  6. Add minced garlic and asparagus to the skillet. Stir frequently and cook for 4-5 minutes until asparagus is bright green and fork-tender but still crisp.
  7. Add shrimp in a single layer. Sprinkle salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Cook shrimp about 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  8. Pour lemon juice and sprinkle lemon zest over shrimp and asparagus. Toss gently and cook for 1-2 minutes to combine flavors.
  9. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure shrimp sears properly. Pat shrimp dry before cooking to avoid sogginess. Use fresh lemon zest for best flavor. Adjust heat to medium-high to prevent garlic burning. For dairy-free, omit butter or substitute with coconut or avocado oil. Leftovers store up to 2 days in fridge; reheat gently in skillet to avoid rubbery shrimp.

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