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Healthy Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli


  • Author: Chef Lalybeth
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

A quick and flavorful stir-fry featuring succulent shrimp, fresh broccoli, and a garlic butter sauce that’s both healthy and delicious.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add shrimp to the skillet and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink.
  4. Add broccoli florets and butter to the skillet. Stir well to coat everything in the garlic butter mixture.
  5. Cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until broccoli is tender-crisp.
  6. Squeeze lemon juice over the dish and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For a low-carb option, serve over cauliflower rice. Ensure shrimp is fresh for the best flavor.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Fat: 15g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Protein: 20g