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Sauteed shrimp, asparagus and mushrooms in a skillet.
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Shrimp Asparagus Recipe

This super easy shrimp asparagus recipe is delicious, low carb and gluten free! It’s perfect for a busy weeknight because you can whip it up in just 20 minutes with only ten simple ingredients. Plus, it’s made using only one skillet for quick cleanup.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword gluten-free, low-carb, paleo, shrimp, whole30
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 187kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a bowl, add the shrimp, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and onion powder. Mix everything well.
  • In a cast iron skillet, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil or grass-fed ghee butter over medium heat.
  • Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
  • Add shrimp and sauté 1-2 minutes per side until cooked through. Don't overcrowd your skillet and work in batches if necessary. Be careful not to overcook shrimp as they can become tough/rubbery.
  • Remove sauteed shrimp from the skillet and set in a small bowl to the side.
  • In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil along with mushrooms. Sauté for 5 minutes. Then, add the asparagus and cook until tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Return cooked shrimp to the skillet and mix everything well to combine.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley. Enjoy!

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Notes

  • Want more one pan meals? Try my Chimichurri Shrimp Broccoli Skillet, Shrimp Bell Pepper and Onions Skillet or this Sweet Potato, Kale and Shrimp Skillet. All three are loaded with veggies and ready in about 20 minutes!
  • Feel free to mix things up and use your favorite spices in this recipe.
  • Buy peeled and deveined shrimp to save yourself some time.
  • Don't overcrowd your pan when sautéing shrimp, work in batches if necessary.
  • Be careful not to overcook shrimp, it can become tough. 
  • The ends of asparagus are tough, so make sure to remove them!
  • Use alternate veggies in this recipe, if desired. 
  • To store: Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • To reheat: You can microwave leftovers or reheat on the stovetop.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/4 | Calories: 187kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 173mg | Sodium: 233mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g