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Garlic Butter Shrimp With Asparagus

A quick and delicious meal featuring shrimp and asparagus in a garlic butter sauce.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
  • 3 tablespoon butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. 2. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. 3. Add the shrimp and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  4. 4. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  5. 5. Add the asparagus to the skillet and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
  6. 6. Return the shrimp to the skillet, add the lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss to combine.
  7. 7. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 200mg | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Asparagus, Garlic Butter, Shrimp
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