Shrimp with Asparagus (Garlic Lemon Style)

Light, fresh, and ready in under 15 minutes — perfect for low-carb dinners or meal prep!

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled & deveined

• 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed & cut in half

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• Zest of 1 lemon

• Juice of ½–1 lemon (to taste)

• ½ tsp paprika

• ½ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• 1 tbsp butter (optional, for richness)

• Fresh parsley (for garnish)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

2. Sauté asparagus 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp. Remove and set aside.

3. Add shrimp to same pan; season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink.

4. Add garlic & butter, sauté 30 seconds.

5. Return asparagus, add lemon zest and juice, toss well.

6. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

⏱ Time & Yield

• Prep: 5 min | Cook: 8–10 min

• Serves: 4

💡 Tips

• Don’t overcrowd shrimp — cook in batches if needed

• Add chili flakes for heat 🌶️

• Finish with grated Parmesan for extra flavor

🔄 Variations

• Creamy: Add 2 tbsp light cream or Greek yogurt

• Mediterranean: Add cherry tomatoes & olives

• Air fryer: 400°F (200°C) for 7–9 minutes

🥗 Nutrition (Approx per serving)

• Calories: ~180

• Protein: ~25g

• Carbs: ~4g

• Fat: ~7g

⭐ WW Points (Approx)

• 2–3 points per serving