Best 5 Lemony Shrimp N Asparagus Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our tantalizing lemony shrimp and asparagus dish, a harmonious blend of succulent shrimp, crisp asparagus, and a zesty lemon sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. This flavorful seafood and vegetable combination, bursting with vibrant flavors, is not only a feast for the senses but also a breeze to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknight dinners or casual weekend gatherings. Alongside this main course, we present a collection of complementary recipes to elevate your dining experience. Discover the vibrant flavors of our refreshing lemon asparagus salad, the delightful crunch of our crispy fried asparagus, and the delectable indulgence of our creamy lemon shrimp pasta. Each recipe offers a unique twist on the classic combination of shrimp, asparagus, and lemon, ensuring a culinary adventure that will satisfy every palate.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SHEET PAN LEMON BUTTER GARLIC SHRIMP WITH ASPARAGUS



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Have dinner ready in less than 30 minutes with this quick and easy one-pan roasted lemon butter shrimp and asparagus seasoned with garlic.

Provided by Fioa

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Shrimp

Time 22m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

cooking spray
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
4 cloves garlic, minced
salt, divided
1 pinch ground black pepper, divided
1 ½ pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon paprika
3 tablespoons butter, cubed
3 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a rimmed 9x12-inch baking pan with parchment paper and grease with cooking spray.
  • Place asparagus on the prepared baking pan and drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Sprinkle with garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; toss until well coated. Arrange asparagus in a single layer.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until slightly tender, about 6 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and place shrimp on one side of the pan. Drizzle with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and smoked paprika; toss until well coated. Place shrimp in a single layer next to the asparagus. Top asparagus and shrimp with cubed butter.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until shrimp is opaque, about 6 minutes.
  • Remove pan from oven and drizzle with lemon juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Cholesterol 281.8 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 30.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 1524.8 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

LEMONY SHRIMP 'N' ASPARAGUS



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From Scribner, Nebraska, Becky Von Segern sends this marvelous main dish that cooks quickly in the microwave yet is special enough to serve to company. "It's a pretty and tasty way to use your spring harvest of asparagus." she assures. "An added bonus is the low calorie count."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons water
3/4 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup soy sauce
5 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon cold water
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • In a 2-qt. microwave-safe bowl, combine the asparagus, red pepper, garlic and water. Cover and microwave on high for 4 minutes. Add shrimp; cover and cook for 2 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and asparagus is tender. With a slotted spoon, remove shrimp and vegetables; keep warm. , Add the soy sauce, lemon juice and zest to the microwave dish. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Stir into soy sauce mixture., Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Return the shrimp mixture to the bowl; toss to coat. Serve with rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 757mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ASPARAGUS 'N' SHRIMP WITH ANGEL HAIR



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We've all heard that the way to a man's heart is through his stomach, so when I plan a romantic dinner, this shrimp asparagus pasta with angel hair is one dish I like to serve. It's easy on the budget and turns out perfectly for two. -Shari Neff, Takoma Park, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
1/2 pound uncooked shrimp (16-20 per pound), peeled and deveined
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
8 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 cup chopped seeded tomato, peeled
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons chopped green onion
1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, sprinkle shrimp with salt and pepper flakes. In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp; stir-fry until pink, 2-3 minutes. Remove; keep warm. , In same skillet, stir-fry the next 5 ingredients in remaining oil until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Add wine and seasonings. Return shrimp to pan., Drain pasta; add to shrimp mixture and toss gently. Cook and stir until heated through, 1-2 minutes. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488 calories, Fat 19g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 132mg cholesterol, Sodium 584mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

LEMONY RISOTTO WITH ASPARAGUS AND SHRIMP



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Make and share this Lemony Risotto With Asparagus and Shrimp recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Realtor by day

Categories     Rice

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cups water
3/4 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
1 small onion, finely chopped
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1 1/4 cups arborio rice
1/4 cup dry white wine
3/4 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Bring broth and water to a simmer in a medium saucepan. Add asparagus and simmer, uncovered, until just tender, about 4 minutes. Transfer asparagus with a slotted spoon to an ice bath to stop cooking, then drain. Keep broth barely simmering, covered.
  • Cook onion in 2 tbsp butter with 1/4 tsp salt in a 4 qt heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add rice and cook, stirring constant;y, 1 minute. Add wine and simmer, stirring constantly until absorbed.
  • Stir in 1/2 cup broth mixture and briskly simmer, stirring frequently, until absorbed. Continue adding broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring frequently and letting each addition be absorbed before adding the next, until rice is creamy and tender but still al dente (it should be the consistency of thick soup), about 18 minutes. There will be some left-over broth mixture.
  • Sir in shrimp, zest and remaining2 tbsp butter, parmesan, parsley and pepper to taste. (thin risotto with some of remaining broth if necessary).

LEMONY SHRIMP & ASPARAGUS



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Make and share this Lemony Shrimp & Asparagus recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 lb fresh peeled and deveined shrimp or 1/4 lb frozen peeled and deveined shrimp
1/4 lb fresh asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces or 1 (10 ounce) package frozen cut asparagus
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons water
1 medium green sweet peppers or 1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into thin strips
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon lemon, rind of, finely shredded
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 cups hot cooked rice
lemon wedge (optional)

Steps:

  • Thaw shrimp, if frozen.
  • In a 1 1/2-quart casserole combine the asparagus, garlic, and water.
  • Cook, covered, on 100% power (high) for 4 to 5 minutes or till asparagus is just crisp-tender.
  • Stir in shrimp and green or sweet red pepper.
  • Cook, covered, on high for 5 to 7 minutes (7 to 9 minutes in a low-wattage oven) or till shrimp are pink and asparagus is tender, stirring once.
  • Remove shrimp and vegetables with a slotted spoon, reserving liquid in casserole.
  • Meanwhile, in a bowl combine the soy sauce, lemon peel, lemon juice, and cornstarch.
  • Stir into liquid in casserole.
  • Cook, uncovered, on high for 2 to 4 minutes or till thickened and bubbly, stirring after every minute till mixture begins to thicken, then every 30 seconds.
  • Stir shrimp and vegetables into casserole.
  • Cook, uncovered, on high for 1 to 2 minutes or till heated through.
  • Serve with rice and lemon wedges, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170.6, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.2, Cholesterol 55.2, Sodium 568, Carbohydrate 30.8, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 1.5, Protein 10

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh shrimp and asparagus. If using frozen, thaw them completely before cooking.
  • To save time, you can use pre-cooked shrimp. Just add them to the skillet with the asparagus in the last few minutes of cooking.
  • If you don't have white wine, you can use chicken broth or vegetable broth instead.
  • To make the sauce extra creamy, add a tablespoon of heavy cream or crème fraîche at the end of cooking.
  • Serve the shrimp and asparagus over rice, pasta, or quinoa for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

This lemony shrimp and asparagus dish is a quick, easy, and delicious meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. The shrimp is cooked to perfection and the asparagus is tender-crisp. The lemon-butter sauce is light and flavorful, and it complements the shrimp and asparagus perfectly. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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