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Easy One-Pan Lemon Garlic Shrimp Recipe with Roasted Asparagus

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A quick and flavorful one-pan meal featuring lemon garlic shrimp and roasted asparagus, perfect for busy weeknights and minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 bunch asparagus (about 1 pound), trimmed
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Trim about 1 inch off the woody ends of the asparagus. Pat dry and season with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry. Season with salt, pepper, and half the minced garlic. Toss gently to coat.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and butter. Once butter melts and foams, add shrimp in a single layer.
  4. Cook shrimp for 1.5 to 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add asparagus in a single layer. Sprinkle with remaining garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 5 to 7 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender but still crisp and slightly charred.
  6. Return shrimp to the skillet with asparagus. Add lemon zest and juice. Toss together for 1-2 minutes to warm through and combine flavors.
  7. Remove from heat, sprinkle chopped parsley on top, adjust seasoning if needed, and serve immediately.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry before cooking to get a perfect sear. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent rubbery shrimp. Remove shrimp as soon as they turn pink and opaque to avoid overcooking. For dairy-free, omit butter and add extra olive oil. Substitute asparagus with green beans or broccolini if desired. Reheat leftovers gently in a skillet to avoid rubbery shrimp.

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