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Easy Lemon Garlic Shrimp

This easy lemon garlic shrimp recipe is made quick and easy with just 5 ingredients. If you're looking for a high-protein packed meal with little work, this is perfect!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Start by heating the 1 Tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the minced 2 cloves garlic until it’s fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
    Oil and garlic in a skillet.
  • Add the 1.5 pounds large shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until the shrimp are pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes per side, which indicates they are perfectly cooked.
    shrimp added to the skillet.
  • Once the shrimp are cooked, drizzle them with 2 teaspoons lemon juice. This not only adds flavor but also gives the dish a refreshing aroma.
    cooked shrimp in a skillet with lemon wedges.

Notes

Avoid Overcooking the Shrimp: Shrimp cook quickly, and overcooking can make them rubbery.
Freshness Matters: Use fresh garlic and lemon juice to maximize the flavors in this dish.
Serving Suggestions: Serve over a bed of light pasta or alongside a crisp salad to turn it into a full meal.

Nutrition

Calories: 126kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 214mg | Sodium: 963mg | Potassium: 201mg | Fiber: 0.04g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 306IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 95mg | Iron: 0.4mg