One-Pot Whole30 Shrimp Boil with Garlic and Herbs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-06 · Updated 2026-08-06

A fuss-free one-pot shrimp boil bursting with garlic and fresh herbs, combining clean flavors and easy preparation for a satisfying meal. This Southern American-inspired seafood recipe (whole30, gluten free), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, baby potatoes, halved, garlic cloves, smashed for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. 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

• 1.5 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 cups baby potatoes, halved
• 8 oz andouille sausage (Whole30 compliant, sliced)
• 6 garlic cloves, smashed
• 2 lemons, quartered
• 6 cups water
• 2 tbsp Old Bay seasoning (Whole30 compliant)
• 1/3 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large stockpot, combine 6 cups water, 2 tbsp Old Bay seasoning, 6 smashed garlic cloves, 2 quartered lemons, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
2. Step 2: Add 2 cups halved baby potatoes and cook for 10 minutes until tender but firm.
3. Step 3: Add 8 oz sliced Whole30-compliant andouille sausage and continue boiling for 5 minutes.
4. Step 4: Add 1.5 lbs peeled and deveined large shrimp to the pot and cook for 3-4 minutes until shrimp turn pink and curl.
5. Step 5: Drain the shrimp boil and transfer to a large serving platter. Sprinkle 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley over the top and serve hot with additional lemon wedges.