Healthy Easy Lemon Garlic Shrimp (Printable)

Succulent shrimp and crisp asparagus tossed in lemon-garlic sauce and roasted to perfection in one pan.

# What You'll Need:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 lb asparagus, ends trimmed, cut into 2-inch pieces

→ Aromatics & Fresh

03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
05 - 1 lemon, zest and juice

→ Pantry

06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
07 - ½ teaspoon sea salt
08 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
09 - ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional

# How-To:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F.
02 - On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss the shrimp and asparagus with olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until evenly coated.
03 - Spread everything out in a single layer on the baking sheet.
04 - Roast in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque and the asparagus is tender.
05 - Remove from the oven and immediately drizzle with lemon juice.
06 - Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 22 minutes from start to finish
  • One-pan cooking means minimal cleanup
  • Naturally gluten-free, low-carb, and dairy-free
  • Packed with protein and fresh vegetables
  • Bright, vibrant flavors that taste like spring
  • Perfect for busy weeknights or impressive enough for guests
02 -
  • Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor and texture—frozen works too, just thaw completely and pat dry
  • Zest the lemon before juicing it to make prep easier
  • Line your baking sheet with parchment paper for even easier cleanup
  • Don't skip the fresh parsley—it adds a burst of color and fresh flavor
  • Check shrimp at 8 minutes; they cook quickly and can become rubbery if overdone
  • This recipe doubles easily for meal prep or larger gatherings
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