Low Fat Pan Fried Prawns with Garlic and Lemon
Bright, zesty, and effortlessly delicious, these Low Fat Pan Fried Prawns with Garlic and Lemon are a healthy seafood dish bursting with vibrant flavors. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe pairs succulent prawns with a simple marinade of fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and garlic, ensuring every bite is layered with citrusy tang and aromatic warmth. A touch of olive oil keeps the dish low in fat while still creating that golden sear in the skillet for irresistible texture. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, these prawns are ideal served as a light main course alongside steamed veggies or a crisp salad. With just 10 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking time, this recipe is an easy, flavorful option for health-conscious food lovers seeking quick yet gourmet seafood recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams large prawns, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 whole lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the prawns under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
In a medium bowl, combine the prawns, half of the lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to ensure the prawns are well-coated with the marinade.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and allow it to warm up for about 30 seconds.
Add the marinated prawns to the skillet in a single layer. Cook the prawns for about 2-3 minutes on one side, or until they start to turn pink and opaque.
Turn the prawns over and cook for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring they are fully cooked and opaque throughout.
Remove the skillet from the heat, and drizzle the remaining lemon juice over the prawns.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Serve immediately as a main dish or alongside steamed vegetables or a light salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
656 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.8 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 945 mg | 315% | |
| Sodium | 1743 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 121.5 g | 243% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 400 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1514 mg | 32% | |
*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.
