There's something irresistibly delicious about the combination of lemon, garlic, and seafood. This sheet pan shrimp and asparagus recipe is a perfect weeknight dinner, ready in under 30 minutes. The flavors of lemon and garlic infuse the shrimp and asparagus, creating a dish that is both healthy and satisfying. Serve over quinoa or alongside roasted potatoes.
Serves: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 2 lemon slices
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Cookware Needed:
- Sheet Pan or Frying Pan
Directions:
Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
Step 2: In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well combined.
Step 3: Arrange the asparagus in a single layer on the prepared sheet pan. Drizzle half of the lemon garlic mixture over the asparagus.
Step 4: Place the shrimp on top of the asparagus, spacing them evenly. Drizzle the remaining lemon garlic mixture over the shrimp. Top with the lemon slices.
Step 5: Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through, and the asparagus is tender.
Step 6: Remove from the oven and top with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.
Enjoy this easy and flavorful sheet pan dinner with a side of quinoa or roasted potatoes. The bright flavors of lemon and garlic will make this dish a hit at your dinner table!
