Sautéed Lemon-Garlic Shrimp
Quick-cooked shrimp with a bright lemon-garlic butter sauce, finished with fresh herbs for a restaurant-quality dinner in under 20 minutes. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs peeled and deveined shrimp, olive oil, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1, zested and juiced lemon
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 tbsp butter
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, then stir in 2 tbsp lemon juice and 1 tsp lemon zest. Cook for 1 more minute, stirring constantly.
- Step 3: Remove from heat, stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley and 1/2 tbsp butter. Let sit for 2 minutes to meld flavors before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Lemon-Garlic Shrimp take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 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 Sautéed Lemon-Garlic Shrimp?
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 Sautéed Lemon-Garlic Shrimp?
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 Sautéed Lemon-Garlic Shrimp for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Sautéed Lemon-Garlic Shrimp?
Mediterranean seafood 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
- ★★★★★
Made this for date night and it was a hit! So easy and flavorful.
- ★★★★★
Perfect for a quick dinner, and the shrimp turned out so tender.
- ★★★★★
This was absolutely delicious! My family loved the fresh lemon and garlic flavor.
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