Lemon Garlic Shrimp
A light and flavorful Lemon Garlic Shrimp dish that combines fresh shrimp with bright lemon and savory garlic, perfect for a quick dinner or entertaining guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute.
- Cook the shrimp, seasoning with salt and pepper, until they turn pink, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the fresh lemon juice and let it cook for an additional minute.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor and texture. Don’t overcook the shrimp to maintain their juiciness. Adjust the red pepper flakes to your heat preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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