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Garlic Butter Shrimp

Shrimp is tossed in a garlic butter sauce and cooked until juicy and tender!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 280 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 ½ pounds large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons butter softened
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

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  1. Toss shrimp with lemon zest and salt & pepper to taste.
  2. In a small bowl, combine butter, garlic and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, add shrimp and cook 1 minute.
  4. Flip over, add butter and cook 2-3 minutes more or just until cooked through.
  5. Remove pan from heat and sprinkle with parsley.
  6. Serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Be sure to prepare all of your ingredients before you start cooking as this recipe comes together fast!
  • Do not overcook shrimp.
  • Option: add some heavy cream with the butter to create a creamy sauce.
  • If adding veggies to make this a complete meal, ensure your veggies are pre-cooked, roasted or steamed.

Nutrition Information

Calories 280 (14%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 35g (70%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Cholesterol 451mg (150%) Sodium 1398mg (58%) Potassium 147mg (4%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 431IU (9%) Vitamin C 12mg (13%) Calcium 255mg (26%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 280

% Daily Value*

Calories 280 14%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 35g 70%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Cholesterol 451mg 150%
Sodium 1398mg 58%
Potassium 147mg 3%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 431IU 9%
Vitamin C 12mg 13%
Calcium 255mg 26%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.