One-Pan Lemon-Pepper Shrimp with Asparagus
Easily assembled sheet pan dinner with succulent shrimp and crisp-tender asparagus in a zesty lemon-herb sauce. This mediterranean-inspired seafood (low carb) ready in about 24 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, bunch trimmed asparagus, (sliced into thin rounds) lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 290 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
- 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 1 bunch trimmed asparagus
- 1 (sliced into thin rounds) lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss asparagus with 1 tbsp olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper on a large baking sheet.
- Step 2: Arrange shrimp in a single layer over asparagus. Scatter lemon slices and minced garlic over top.
- Step 3: Drizzle with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, then sprinkle with dried thyme, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Step 4: Roast for 12-14 minutes until shrimp turn opaque and asparagus edges are slightly charred. Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Lemon-Pepper Shrimp with Asparagus take to make?
Total time is about 24 minutes (10 min prep + 14 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 Lemon-Pepper Shrimp with 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 bunch trimmed asparagus from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Lemon-Pepper Shrimp with 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 Lemon-Pepper Shrimp with 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.
Is One-Pan Lemon-Pepper Shrimp with Asparagus low carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The step-by-step instructions were super clear. Turned out perfect on my first try.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
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