Description
A delightful dish that combines the vibrant flavors of lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme. Stir well to coat the shrimp.
- Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Stir in the lemon juice and zest.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Always use fresh shrimp when possible. You can experiment with different herbs and add a splash of white wine for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 160mg