Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Lemon
Quick, bright, and flavorful shrimp with aromatic garlic and fresh citrus. This american-inspired seafood (low-carb) ready in about 18 minutes pairs shrimp, olive oil, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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 shrimp
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp dry with paper towels and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant without browning.
- Step 3: Add shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque, stirring occasionally.
- Step 4: Stir in 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, then cook for 1 more minute until the lemon juice reduces slightly and coats the shrimp.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Lemon take to make?
Total time is about 18 minutes (10 min prep + 8 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 Shrimp with Lemon?
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 Shrimp with Lemon?
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 Shrimp with Lemon 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.
Is Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Lemon 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Brought this to a potluck and it was the first dish to disappear.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
