One Pan Shrimp and Asparagus
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
204 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
One Pan Shrimp and Asparagus
Description
The recipe involves cooking peeled and deveined large shrimp alongside trimmed asparagus in a skillet with butter and olive oil. Seasoned with salt, black pepper, and a dried Italian herb blend, the ingredients cook for about 6-8 minutes until the asparagus becomes fork-tender and the shrimp are opaque and cooked through. Minced garlic is added near the end of cooking to release its fragrance without burning.
The mixture is then sprinkled with grated Parmesan cheese just before serving, which melts slightly and adds a salty, nutty note. The resulting dish offers a contrast between the tender shrimp, slightly crisp asparagus, and the richness of butter and cheese.
Serving it immediately ensures the asparagus retains texture and the shrimp stays juicy. The use of a one-pan method simplifies preparation and cleanup.
The included note provides a recipe for a homemade Italian herb blend comprising basil, thyme, oregano, and parsley or rosemary for customization.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp peeled and de-veined, tails removed if desired, large
- 1 pound asparagus ends trimmed, once trimmed, asparagus can be left whole or chopped into thirds to fit more easily in the pan
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 teaspoons garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon italian herb blend or Herbs de Provence, see notes for DIY blend, dried
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, drizzle oil and add butter.
- Once butter is melted, add shrimp and asparagus. Season generously with salt and pepper and dried herbs and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until asparagus is fork-tender.
- Stir in garlic for 1 minute or so until fragrant. Sprinkle parmesan cheese over everything and serve immediately.
Notes
- For the herb blend, mix 1/4 teaspoon each of dried basil, thyme, oregano, and parsley or rosemary.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 204 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 204kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 293mg | 98% |
| Sodium | 991mg | 41% |
| Potassium | 352mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 930IU | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 278mg | 28% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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