15-Min Healthy Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp (Low-Carb, Keto & So Easy!)

This healthy lemon garlic butter shrimp is the perfect fast weeknight dinner bright, saucy, and bursting with fresh citrus flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s ideal for anyone searching for low carb shrimp recipes easy, simple garlic shrimp low carb meals, or flavorful paleo garlic butter shrimp dishes that feel indulgent while staying clean. This recipe creates the most irresistible saucy lemony shrimp, making it a must-have for meal prep, quick lunches, or light dinners. If you’ve ever wondered how to cook lemon garlic shrimp or how to make lemon pepper garlic shrimp with perfect buttery flavor, this is your go-to guide. Perfectly keto-friendly, high-protein, and unbelievably delicious!

Time Breakdown

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 8–10 minutes
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Servings: 4

Ingredients List

For the Shrimp

• 1 lb medium or large shrimp, peeled & deveined
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt & pepper

Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce

• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• Juice of 1 large lemon
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
• ½ tsp paprika
• 1 tbsp chopped parsley

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets just a few basics:

• Large skillet or sauté pan
• Mixing bowl
• Knife
• Cutting board
• Citrus zester
• Measuring spoons

Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

1. Season the shrimp
   Pat shrimp dry → season lightly with salt, pepper, and paprika.
2. Sear the shrimp
   Heat olive oil → cook shrimp 1–2 minutes per side until pink and lightly golden. Remove.
3. Make the lemon garlic butter sauce
   Add butter → melt → stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
   Add lemon juice, zest, and lemon pepper seasoning.
4. Combine
   Return shrimp → toss in sauce 1–2 minutes until glossy and fully coated.
5. Finish
   Sprinkle fresh parsley → serve immediately over vegetables, cauliflower rice, or pasta.

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Pro Tips

• For clean keto garlic butter shrimp, swap lemon juice for ½ the amount and add more zest.
• Add zucchini noodles for a fast paleo bowl.
• Use ghee instead of butter for Whole30.
• Add red pepper flakes for spicy saucy lemony shrimp.
• Don’t overcook shrimp they turn rubbery fast.

Nutrition Table (Estimated)

Disclaimer

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on brand and ingredients used.

15-Min Healthy Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp (Low-Carb, Keto & So Easy!)

This saucy lemon garlic shrimp is a fast, low-carb, keto-friendly meal full of fresh citrus and buttery garlic flavor.

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Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Low-Carb

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 3 tbsp butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lemon, juiced and zested
• 1 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley (for garnish)

Equipment

• skillet
• spatula

Method

 

1. Pat shrimp dry. Season with lemon pepper and paprika.
2. Melt butter in a skillet. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Add lemon juice and zest to make the sauce.
3. Return shrimp to pan, toss to coat, and simmer 1–2 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 27gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 580mg

Notes

Serve with cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles for a keto-friendly meal. Adjust lemon or spice to taste. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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Conclusion

This lemon garlic butter shrimp is everything you want in a fast, healthy dinner saucy, bright, low-carb, and bursting with fresh flavor. Whether you’re following keto, paleo, or just want an easy seafood option, this recipe fits effortlessly into busy lifestyles. It’s simple, delicious, and perfect for meal prep or light weeknight meals.

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