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Mediterranean Shrimp & Asparagus

A fresh one-pan Mediterranean shrimp and asparagus dish with lemon, garlic, olive oil, and feta.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 bunch asparagus trimmed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • 0.33 cup feta cheese crumbled

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Sauté asparagus for 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp. Remove and set aside.
  3. Cook shrimp for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  4. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking briefly until fragrant.
  5. Return asparagus and add tomatoes. Cook 2–3 minutes.
  6. Add lemon zest and juice. Remove from heat.
  7. Top with feta and parsley. Serve immediately.

Notes

Serve immediately for best texture. Do not overcook shrimp.