Lemon Pepper Shrimp
Bursting with zesty flavor and ready in just 20 minutes, Lemon Pepper Shrimp is the perfect quick and easy recipe for a light yet satisfying meal. Juicy shrimp are marinated in a tangy blend of fresh lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, and a kick of freshly ground black pepper, then sautéed to perfection in a buttery garlic skillet. The dish is finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and the optional addition of lemon wedges for an extra pop of brightness. Ideal as a standalone entrée or a topping for pasta, rice, or salad, this one-pan wonder is as versatile as it is delicious. Perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties, Lemon Pepper Shrimp is a simple yet impressive dish you’ll want to make again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Lemon zest
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tsp Freshly ground black pepper
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 1 tbsp Butter
- 1 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 Lemon wedges (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Place them in a medium bowl.
In the bowl with the shrimp, add olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, black pepper, minced garlic, and salt. Toss the shrimp to coat them evenly with the marinade. Let the shrimp sit for 5 minutes while you prepare your cooking station.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the butter and let it melt completely.
Once the skillet is hot and the butter has melted, add the marinated shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque (do not overcook).
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the shrimp with freshly chopped parsley.
Transfer the shrimp to a serving dish and garnish with lemon wedges, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
208 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.0 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.9 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 222 mg | 74% | |
| Sodium | 390 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.1 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 27.5 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 90 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 344 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
