Healthy Easy Lemon Garlic Shrimp (Printable)

Succulent shrimp and crisp asparagus cooked in a zesty lemon garlic sauce for a quick, healthy dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 lb asparagus, ends trimmed, cut into 2-inch pieces

→ Aromatics & Fresh

03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
05 - 1 lemon, zest and juice

→ Pantry

06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
07 - ½ teaspoon sea salt
08 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
09 - ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F.
02 - On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss the shrimp and asparagus with olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until evenly coated.
03 - Spread everything out in a single layer on the baking sheet.
04 - Roast in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque and the asparagus is just tender.
05 - Remove from the oven and immediately drizzle with fresh lemon juice.
06 - Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Ready in just 22 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute entertaining
  • One-pan cooking means minimal cleanup and maximum flavor
  • Naturally gluten-free, low-carb, and dairy-free, fitting multiple dietary needs
  • Bright lemon and garlic create a restaurant-worthy sauce without heavy cream or butter
  • High in protein and packed with nutrients from shrimp and asparagus
  • Easily customizable with your favorite vegetables or grains
02 -
  • Pat shrimp completely dry before seasoning to ensure they roast rather than steam
  • Use a large rimmed baking sheet to give ingredients space—crowding leads to steaming instead of caramelizing
  • Check shrimp at 8 minutes to avoid overcooking; they should be just pink and opaque
  • Zest the lemon before juicing it, and use both for maximum citrus flavor
  • Prep all ingredients before you start—this recipe moves quickly once assembled
  • For meal prep, store shrimp and asparagus separately from any grain or rice to maintain texture
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