Description
his one-pan meal is packed with juicy shrimp, tender broccoli, and a delicious garlic butter sauce. It’s low-carb, high-protein, and ready in under 20 minutes—perfect for a quick and healthy dinner!
Ingredients
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- 1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter (or olive oil for a lighter option)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (or coconut aminos for a low-sodium option)
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep Shrimp & Broccoli: Pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel. Trim the broccoli into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook Broccoli: Heat 1 tbsp butter (or olive oil) in a large skillet over medium heat. Add broccoli and sauté for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Cook Shrimp: In the same pan, add the remaining 2 tbsp butter. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add shrimp, salt, pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Combine & Serve: Return the broccoli to the pan. Add soy sauce and lemon juice. Toss everything together for 1-2 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Serving Ideas: Serve over cauliflower rice for a low-carb meal or with quinoa for extra fiber.
- Make it dairy-free: Use olive oil instead of butter.
- Extra flavor boost: Add a splash of white wine or chicken broth while cooking for depth of flavor.
Nutrition
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 180mg