Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Roasted Asparagus
Plump shrimp seared with garlic and lemon, served atop tender roasted asparagus for a vibrant, weeknight-friendly dinner. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 30 minutes pairs shrimp, asparagus, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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
- 12 oz shrimp
- 12 oz asparagus
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place 12 oz trimmed asparagus on a baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Roast for 12 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 45 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent browning.
- Step 3: Add 12 oz peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Stir in 1 tbsp lemon juice and 1 tsp lemon zest from the lemon, then add 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley. Cook for 1 minute more until shrimp are heated through.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Roasted Asparagus take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Roasted Asparagus?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep shrimp from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Roasted Asparagus?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Roasted Asparagus for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Roasted Asparagus?
Mediterranean seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The step-by-step instructions were super clear. Turned out perfect on my first try.
- ★★★★★
This has become our go-to seafood dish. We make it weekly.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
