One-Pan Garlic Shrimp with Lemon and Asparagus
Shrimp and asparagus cooked in a garlic-lemon butter sauce with minimal cleanup, ready in under 30 minutes. This mediterranean-inspired one pot ready in about 25 minutes pairs shrimp, asparagus, garlic 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
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 12 oz peeled and deveined shrimp, season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, and cook 2-3 minutes per side until pink.
- Step 2: Remove shrimp, then add 12 oz trimmed and cut asparagus to skillet. Season with remaining salt and pepper, cook 4-5 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Step 3: Return shrimp to skillet, add 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp lemon zest, 2 tbsp lemon juice, and 2 tbsp butter. Cook 1 minute until butter melts and sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 4: Stir in 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (if using), then serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Garlic Shrimp with Lemon and Asparagus take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 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 One-Pan Garlic Shrimp with Lemon and 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 One-Pan Garlic Shrimp with Lemon and 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 One-Pan Garlic Shrimp with Lemon and 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 One-Pan Garlic Shrimp with Lemon and Asparagus?
Mediterranean one pot 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
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
