Garlic Butter Shrimp with Lemon Zest

A quick and flavorful main dish featuring succulent shrimp sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce with a hint of fresh lemon zest. Perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.

Main Dish
Easy 15 min 250 cal
Steps

1. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. 2. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. 3. Add shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. 4. Stir in lemon zest and lemon juice, cooking for another 30 seconds. 5. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately.

Ingredients

150g raw shrimp, peeled and deveined 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 teaspoon olive oil 1/2 lemon, zest and juice Salt and pepper to taste Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

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