Lemon-Garlic Shrimp and Broccoli Stir Fry

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-16 · Updated 2026-05-16

Bright lemon and savory garlic bring flavor to tender shrimp and crisp broccoli in a fast, vibrant stir fry perfect for weeknight dinners. This Asian fusion recipe (low carb), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs large shrimp, broccoli florets, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 260 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
• 3 cups (about 12 oz) broccoli florets
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

The wok we’d stir-fry this in → Best Woks for 2026: Carbon Steel, Nonstick & Flat-Bottom Picks + Buying Guide

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 3 cups broccoli florets and stir fry for 4-5 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Remove broccoli to a plate.
2. Step 2: Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet and add 4 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned. Add 1 lb peeled shrimp, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
3. Step 3: Return the broccoli to the skillet with shrimp. Stir in 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp honey, 1 tsp lemon zest, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Toss everything together and cook for another 1-2 minutes until heated through and sauce slightly thickens.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat and serve immediately over rice or noodles if desired.