15-Min Zesty Lemon Garlic Shrimp (Easy, Healthy & SO Flavorful!)

This lemon garlic shrimp is the fresh, bright, and easy seafood recipe you’ll reach for again and again! Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s perfect for anyone who loves quick seafood recipes, vibrant shrimp recipes lemon garlic, or light and flavorful meals that feel restaurant-quality without the work. The zesty marinade creates the juiciest lemon shrimp, ideal for serving over rice, tucked into wraps, tossed into creamy shrimp pasta, or chilled for a refreshing garlic shrimp salad. If you’ve been searching for a simple, foolproof shrimp marinade or a wholesome healthy shrimp dinner, this recipe is guaranteed to become a weekly favorite!

Time Breakdown

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

Ingredients List

Shrimp + Seasoning

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

Lemon Garlic Marinade

• Juice of 1 large lemon
• 1 tbsp lemon zest
• 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp melted butter
• 1 tbsp chopped parsley
• ½ tsp paprika
• ½ tsp black pepper
• Optional: pinch of chili flakes

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets just kitchen basics:

• Large skillet
• Mixing bowl
• Zester
• Measuring spoons
• Knife & cutting board
• Tongs

Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

1. Prepare the marinade
   Combine lemon juice, zest, garlic, butter, parsley, and paprika. Mix well. 🍋✨
2. Season the shrimp
   Toss shrimp with salt, pepper, and olive oil.
3. Cook the shrimp
   Heat skillet → add shrimp → cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink.
4. Add the lemon garlic marinade
   Pour sauce over shrimp → simmer 1–2 minutes until glossy and fragrant.
5. Serve immediately
   Add extra lemon or parsley for brightness!

Great with rice, quinoa, pasta, or as a refreshing garlic shrimp salad.

Pro Tips

• Don’t overcook shrimp turn rubbery fast.
• Use extra lemon for more flavor in shrimp recipes lemon.
• Turn this into creamy shrimp pasta by adding ¼ cup cream.
• Marinate shrimp for 5 minutes before cooking for deeper flavor.
• Perfect for meal prep shrimp stays juicy!

Nutrition Table

Disclaimer

Nutrition values are estimates and vary by specific ingredients used.

15-Min Zesty Lemon Garlic Shrimp (Easy, Healthy & SO Flavorful!)

This bright and zesty lemon garlic shrimp is the perfect quick seafood dinner—healthy, flavorful, and ready in minutes!

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Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Healthy

Calories: 210

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tbsp butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

• skillet
• mixing bowl
• tongs

Method

 

1. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
2. Pat shrimp dry and season lightly with salt and pepper. Heat butter in a skillet and sear shrimp for 1–2 minutes per side until pink.
3. Pour in marinade and cook for another 1–2 minutes, stirring until shrimp is coated and sauce is slightly reduced.
4. Garnish with parsley and serve warm. Pairs great with pasta, rice, or over salad.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 26gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 580mg

Notes

Use fresh or frozen shrimp (thawed). Adjust lemon or garlic based on preference. Great for meal prep or light dinners!

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Conclusion

This lemon garlic shrimp is everything you want in a weeknight dinner fast, flavorful, fresh, and healthy. Whether you use it for garlic shrimp salad, toss it into creamy shrimp pasta, or enjoy it as a simple healthy shrimp dinner, the flavors shine every single time. It’s a quick seafood classic that fits into any meal!

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