Quick Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Lemon and Herbs
A fast and flavorful shrimp dish sautéed with garlic, finished with fresh lemon juice and herbs, perfect for a light dinner or appetizer. This mediterranean-inspired seafood (low carb) ready in about 10 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, extra virgin olive oil, thinly sliced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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 large shrimp
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4, thinly sliced garlic cloves
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 2: Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2 minutes without stirring, then flip and cook another 2 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Step 4: Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then remove from heat.
- Step 5: Stir in 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. Toss gently and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Quick Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Lemon and Herbs take to make?
Total time is about 10 minutes (5 min prep + 5 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 Quick Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Lemon and Herbs?
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 extra virgin olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Quick Sautéed Garlic Shrimp 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 Quick Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Lemon and Herbs 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.
Is Quick Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Lemon and Herbs 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.
