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Close-up of perfectly cooked Garlic Shrimp and Asparagus Skillet garnished with herbs and cheese in a white pan.

Garlic Shrimp and Asparagus Skillet

This Garlic Shrimp and Asparagus Skillet is a quick, flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights. It brings global flavors to your kitchen while fitting well within a healthy, low-carb diet.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 204
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and de-veined, tails removed if desired
  • 1 pound asparagus ends trimmed, can be left whole or chopped into thirds
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herb blend or Herbs de Provence
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, drizzle the olive oil and add the butter.
  2. Once the butter is melted, add the shrimp and asparagus. Season generously with salt, pepper, and dried herbs. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the asparagus is fork-tender.
  3. Stir in the garlic for about 1 minute until it smells fragrant. Sprinkle the parmesan cheese over everything and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 204kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 29gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 293mgSodium: 991mgPotassium: 352mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 930IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 278mgIron: 5mg

Notes

If you want a DIY herb blend, stir together 1/4 teaspoon each of dried basil, thyme, oregano, and parsley or rosemary.

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