Craving a quick keto-friendly meal bursting with lively garlic flavors? Your solution is right here with this One-Pan Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Asparagus! Juicy shrimp soaked up in a lively lemon garlic sauce, paired with crunchy asparagus spears, creating a burst of flavors in each bite.
With a prep time under 30 minutes, it serves as a weeknight hero for busy kitchens.
Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 15-20 minutes Total time: 25-30 minutes
Kitchen Equipment Needed
- Oven
- Big Bowl
- Baking Sheet with a Rim
- Measuring Spoons
- Tongs or Spatula
- Knife and Cutting Board
- Fresh parsley or dill for garnish(optional)
Ingredients:
- One pound of raw prawns that has been peeled and stripped.
- One tablespoon of olive oil
- One tablespoon of lemon juice.
- One full garlic minced.
- One-half teaspoon of dried oregano.
- A quarter teaspoon of each of salt and black pepper for seasoning.
- One pound of asparagus that has been trimmed.
- For a finishing touch, use fresh parsley or dill as an optional garnish.
Instructions:
- First, preheat the oven: Prepare your stage by heating it to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
- Marinate the shrimp. Combine the prawns with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a big bowl and toss them together. Please allow them to savor the delectable flavor!
- Take a baking sheet with a rim and arrange the prawns and asparagus that have been marinated in a single layer on the sheet. Allow them to soak in the warmth of the appliance.
- Bake until they are perfectly done, then watch as they sizzle and turn pink! In a time, frame of fifteen to twenty minutes, make sure that prawns should be opaque and the asparagus should be tender-crisp.
- After that, immediately plate those lovely treats, and if you want to add a splash of green to the dish, feel free to garnish them with fresh parsley or dill.
Tips:
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper for a fiery kick.
- If you are a fan of other herbs, you can substitute a half teaspoon of dried parsley or dill for the oregano.
- As a sidekick suggestion, you can make it a meal by serving it with low-carb rice, cauliflower rice, or a simple side salad.
- The bonus is that this recipe is extremely versatile. You can replace the shrimp with chicken or tofu for a protein twist, and you can add other vegetables like cherry tomatoes or zucchini for eve
Nutritional Information
Per serving you’ll get 350 calories, 20g fat, 5g net carbs, and 30g protein. A keto dream comes true!
FAQS
How Do You Cook Asparagus?
Put these spears or bundles into boiling water, cover, and cook for three to five minutes, based on how thick the spears are. Take them out, drain them, and then dunk them into ice-cold water. You can also serve them right away.
Can Asparagus Be Eaten Raw?
Vegetable asparagus is very nutritious and can be consumed raw or cooked. Its rough texture makes frying the most popular way to prepare it. Raw spears that have been marinated or finely sliced, meanwhile, can be just as tasty.
What Is The Benefit Of Asparagus?
Potassium is an essential nutrient that maintains the health and function of the heart, bones, kidneys, and neurons. Asparagus contains potassium. It might come as a surprise to learn that this stalky vegetable also contains asparaptine, a compound that has the potential to enhance blood circulation and consequently reduce blood pressure.
Does Asparagus Burn Belly Fat?
Although asparagus may not be as well-known among the vegetables on this list, it is a wonder food for fat metabolism and weight loss. Asparagus is composed of the alkaloid compound asparagine, which facilitates lipid breakdown by acting directly on cells.