Lemon Garlic Shrimp

Lemon Garlic Shrimp is a zesty and flavorful dish that combines succulent shrimp with a bright lemon-garlic sauce, perfect for a quick and healthy low-carb lunch. This easy-to-make recipe captures the essence of fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors, making it a delightful meal any day of the week.

Lemon Garlic Shrimp
15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
American
220 kcal

Ingredients

  • Shrimp, peeled and deveined - 300 grams
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic, minced - 3 cloves
  • Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
  • Lemon zest - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons

Steps

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  3. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp to the skillet.
  4. Season the shrimp with salt and black pepper, cooking for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
  5. Pour in the lemon juice and add the lemon zest, stirring to combine and coat the shrimp evenly.
  6. Cook for another minute to let the flavors meld.
  7. Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 220
  • Protein: 34 g
  • Carbs: 2 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Sugar: 0 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 180 mg
  • Total Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
  • Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which promote heart health.

Tags

AmericanLow CarbLunch