One-Pot Whole30 Shrimp Boil with Lemon and Herbs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-07 · Updated 2026-08-07

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.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 1 lb small red potatoes (halved)
• 6 garlic cloves (smashed)
• 1 large lemon (sliced into thin rounds)
• 4 fresh thyme sprigs
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 tbsp sea salt
• 1 tsp black peppercorns
• 6 cups water
• 2 tbsp Old Bay seasoning (Whole30 compliant)
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

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.