Mediterranean Shrimp & Asparagus
A light and flavorful Mediterranean-style skillet with garlic, lemon, shrimp, and tender asparagus.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Cutting board
- Chef’s knife
- Zester
Ingredients
Main
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 bunch asparagus trimmed and cut
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 lemon zest and juice
- 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
- 0.5 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Pat shrimp dry and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and oregano.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add asparagus and cook 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Add shrimp in a single layer. Cook 2 minutes per side until pink.
- Add lemon zest and juice. Toss everything together.
- Remove from heat and garnish with parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
Great served over rice, quinoa, pasta, or with crusty bread.