One-Pot Whole30 Shrimp Boil with Lemon and Herbs

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A simple, fragrant shrimp boil cooked in one pot with fresh lemon, garlic, and herbs for a clean eating delight. This American-inspired seafood recipe (whole30), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs raw shrimp (peeled and deveined), small red potatoes (halved), garlic cloves (smashed) for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 6 American cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large pot, combine 6 cups water, 1 tbsp sea salt, 1 tsp black peppercorns, and 2 tbsp Old Bay seasoning. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb halved small red potatoes and 6 smashed garlic cloves to the pot, boiling for 10 minutes until potatoes are just tender.
  3. Step 3: Add 1.5 lbs peeled and deveined raw shrimp, 1 large lemon sliced into thin rounds, and 4 sprigs fresh thyme to the pot. Boil for an additional 3-4 minutes until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
  4. Step 4: Drain the shrimp, potatoes, and aromatics, then transfer to a large serving bowl. Drizzle with 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle with 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. Toss gently and serve warm.

Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pot Whole30 Shrimp Boil with Lemon and Herbs take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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-Pot Whole30 Shrimp Boil with Lemon and Herbs?

Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.

Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Whole30 Shrimp Boil with Lemon and Herbs?

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-Pot Whole30 Shrimp Boil with Lemon and Herbs for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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-Pot Whole30 Shrimp Boil with Lemon and Herbs whole30?

Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30 based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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