Whole30 Perfectly Sauteed Shrimp
Elevate your weeknight meals with this quick and healthy Whole30 Perfectly Sautéed Shrimp recipe, ready in just 15 minutes! Featuring tender, juicy shrimp beautifully seared in olive oil and garlic and brightened with fresh parsley and lemon juice, this dish is packed with flavor while remaining compliant with Whole30 guidelines. A pinch of sea salt, black pepper, and optional crushed red pepper flakes adds a touch of bold seasoning, making every bite irresistible. Perfect as a standalone dish or atop a fresh salad or roasted vegetables, this versatile recipe is simple, nutritious, and ideal for busy days. Whether you’re following Whole30 or just looking for a light and satisfying seafood option, this sautéed shrimp recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
Add the minced garlic to the hot oil and sauté for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly to prevent the garlic from burning.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Let them cook undisturbed for about 1 to 2 minutes.
Once the shrimp start to turn pink, flip them over using tongs.
Sprinkle the shrimp with sea salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if using.
Continue to cook the shrimp for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until they are opaque and curled into a C-shape.
Remove the skillet from the heat and immediately squeeze fresh lemon juice over the shrimp.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the shrimp and toss everything together gently to combine.
Serve the shrimp immediately, either on their own or as a topping for a salad or side dish of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
723 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.5 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 1673 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.0 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 109.9 g | 220% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 354 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1331 mg | 28% | |
*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.
