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Flavor-Packed Easy One-Pan Garlic Butter Shrimp and Veggies

Indulge in a mouthwatering Easy One-Pan Garlic Butter Shrimp and Veggies. This dish combines tender shrimp in a rich garlic butter sauce with an array of sautéed vegetables. Perfect for a quick, high-protein dinner that’s bursting with flavor and nutrition.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup zucchini sliced
  • 1 cup asparagus cut into 2-inch pieces
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add butter.
  2. Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Toss in the shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  4. Add diced bell pepper, zucchini, and asparagus to the pan, stirring to combine.
  5. Sauté the mixture for an additional 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
  6. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish and toss to combine.
  7. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

For best results, use fresh shrimp and avoid overcooking. This dish is ideal for busy weeknights and is best served immediately, but leftovers can be kept in the fridge for a day.