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Shrimp and Asparagus
Shrimp and asparagus
Shrimp and asparagus is a delicious dish featuring succulent shrimp paired with fresh asparagus. It’s a popular combination in many cuisines, often cooked together with seasonings and sauces to create a flavorful and nutritious meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 bunch asparagus ends trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Season the shrimp with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Push the shrimp to one side of the skillet and add the asparagus.
- Cook the asparagus for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp, stirring occasionally.
- Toss the shrimp and asparagus together in the skillet to combine.
- Serve the shrimp and asparagus hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and lemon wedges on the side.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 167kcal (8%)Carbohydrates: 6g (2%)Protein: 18g (36%)Fat: 8g (12%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 143mg (48%)Sodium: 644mg (28%)Potassium: 361mg (10%)Fiber: 2g (8%)Sugar: 2g (2%)Vitamin A: 1055IU (21%)Vitamin C: 7mg (8%)Calcium: 91mg (9%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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