Sautéed Garlic Butter Shrimp with Roasted Asparagus
Plump shrimp seared in garlic-infused butter with crisp-tender asparagus, finished with lemon zest for a bright, low-carb dinner. This keto-inspired keto ready in about 30 minutes pairs shrimp, asparagus, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 285 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
- 120g shrimp
- 150g asparagus
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp zest lemon
- 1/4 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place 150g asparagus spears on a parchment-lined baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tsp olive oil, and roast for 12 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add 120g shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque, stirring occasionally.
- Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 1 tsp lemon zest, and 1/4 tsp dried thyme. Cook for 1 minute until butter melts and shreds coat the shrimp.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Garlic Butter Shrimp with Roasted Asparagus take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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 Garlic Butter Shrimp with Roasted Asparagus?
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 shrimp from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Garlic Butter Shrimp with Roasted Asparagus?
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 Garlic Butter Shrimp with Roasted Asparagus 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 Garlic Butter Shrimp with Roasted Asparagus?
Keto keto 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
- ★★★★★
The aroma while cooking this was absolutely heavenly.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
