Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Asparagus

Nutrition Information

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs Large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 1 lb Asparagus (trimmed, cut into 2-inch pieces)
• 3 tbsp Butter (divided)
• 5 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 Lemon (juiced and zested)
• 1/4 tsp Crushed red pepper (optional)
• 3 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)
• to taste Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Pat shrimp completely dry with paper towels

2. 2

   Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and lemon zest

3. 3

   Heat 1.5 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat

4. 4

   Add asparagus pieces and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp and lightly charred

5. 5

   Transfer asparagus to a plate

6. 6

   Add remaining 1.5 tbsp butter to the same skillet

7. 7

   Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant

8. 8

   Add shrimp in a single layer

9. 9

   Cook for 2 minutes without stirring until bottoms are pink

10. 10

    Flip shrimp and cook for 1-2 more minutes until just cooked through

11. 11

    Return asparagus to the pan

12. 12

    Add lemon juice and crushed red pepper if using

13. 13

    Toss everything together and cook for 1 minute

14. 14

    Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley

15. 15

    Serve immediately while hot