One-Pan Shrimp with Lemon, Garlic, and Asparagus
Quick-cooked shrimp and asparagus in a bright lemon-garlic sauce, ready in under 20 minutes for a satisfying weeknight dinner. This general-inspired quick meals ready in about 30 minutes pairs peeled and deveined shrimp, bunch, trimmed asparagus, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, 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 shrimp
- 1 bunch, trimmed asparagus
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 1, juiced lemon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb shrimp and 4 minced garlic cloves, and cook for 2-3 minutes until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Step 2: Add 1 bunch trimmed asparagus to the skillet, stirring to combine. Cook for 5 minutes until asparagus is tender-crisp.
- Step 3: Stir in the juice of 1 lemon, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for 1 more minute to heat through.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Shrimp with Lemon, Garlic, and 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 One-Pan Shrimp with Lemon, Garlic, 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 peeled and deveined shrimp from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Shrimp with Lemon, Garlic, 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 Shrimp with Lemon, Garlic, and Asparagus for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Shrimp with Lemon, Garlic, and Asparagus?
General quick meals 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
- ★★★★★
My family devoured this! The lemon and garlic were spot on.
- ★★★★★
Quick and delicious, perfect for weeknights.
- ★★★★★
Loved the fresh flavors! Made for my husband and he loved it too.
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