Best Lemon Garlic Shrimp Recipe

• servings: 4 servings
• active time: 10 minutes
• total time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 ½ tbsp olive oil, divided

Juice of one lemon

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp paprika

½ tsp red pepper flakes

Salt and pepper to taste

2 tbsp butter

1 lemon, thinly sliced

2 tbsp parsley, freshly chopped

Directions

Using a medium-sized bowl, combine the shrimp, ½ tablespoon olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to taste. Marinate for 10 mins

In a large skillet, melt the butter and remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the marinated shrimp (along with any juices) and lemon slices.

Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side. Serve with freshly chopped parsley on top

Nutrition

• Calories: 184 kcal
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Total Carbohydrate: 5 g
• Protein: 15 g