Description
This Lemon Pepper Shrimp is quick, easy, and full of flavor. Perfect for a weeknight meal, it pairs well with pasta or rice for a light and healthy dinner.
Ingredients
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- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 large cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Pat dry raw shrimp with paper towels. In a bowl, gently combine shrimp with lemon pepper seasoning and red pepper flakes.
- In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add garlic and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant, but do not let it brown.
- Add the seasoned shrimp and cook, stirring for 2-3 minutes or until shrimp turns opaque.
- Once the shrimp turns opaque, turn off the heat. Stir in the parsley and add salt and pepper to taste if needed.
Notes
- For added flavor, serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice or over your favorite pasta or rice.
- Ensure shrimp are cooked just until opaque to avoid overcooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 195mg