Description
A quick and easy shrimp dish featuring fresh lemon, garlic, and a kick of spice for a flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Stir in lemon juice and zest, then season with salt and pepper.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For extra heat, increase the red pepper flakes. Serve with pasta or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Protein: 22g