Lemon Herb Shrimp and Broccoli Foil Packs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
263 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Lemon Herb Shrimp and Broccoli Foil Packs
Description
This recipe pairs peeled, deveined shrimp with broccoli florets, seasoned with salt and pepper. The shrimp and broccoli are coated in a sauce made from melted butter blended with honey, garlic, and dried herbs including basil, oregano, and thyme. Lemon slices are added to each foil packet to impart fresh citrus notes during cooking.
The foil packs are cooked on a grill or baked in the oven, steaming the broccoli and cooking the shrimp gently to tender, juicy doneness. Cooking times vary slightly by method but are designed to avoid overcooking. After cooking, the foil packs are opened to drizzle fresh lemon juice and optionally top with fresh herbs like parsley or thyme.
The foil pack method makes cleanup simple and locks in the flavors and moisture. The seasoning blend combines sweetness, citrus, and herbs with garlic's aromatic bite, creating a balanced and fresh seafood dish. The recipe includes an option to briefly boil broccoli beforehand for softer texture if preferred.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds Shrimp peeled and deveined, large
- 4-6 cups broccoli florets
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- ½ cup butter melted
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 teaspoons garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon basil dried
- ½ teaspoon oregano dried
- ¼ teaspoon thyme dried
- ½ lemon thinly sliced
- ½ lemon cut into wedges
- parsley optional, or thyme, fresh, for topping
Instructions
- Combine shrimp and broccoli in a large bowl. (SEE NOTE) Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- In a small bowl whisk together melted butter, honey, garlic, basil, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Pour mixture over shrimp and broccoli, then toss to combine.
- Divide shrimp and broccoli between four 12x12 inch pieces of foil. Add 2-3 lemon slices to each, then wrap tightly to close each foil pack.
- Grill over medium-high heat for 10-12 minutes OR bake at 400 degrees for 15-20 minutes.
- Drizzle fresh lemon juice (using the lemon wedges) over the shrimp and broccoli and top with fresh parsley or thyme if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- To keep broccoli firmer, add it directly to the bowl with shrimp; for softer broccoli, boil for 2-3 minutes before combining.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 263 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 263kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 39g | 78% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 432mg | 144% |
| Sodium | 1385mg | 58% |
| Potassium | 520mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 626IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 103mg | 114% |
| Calcium | 340mg | 34% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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