Easy Quick Healthy Dinner Ideas for Two: Lemon Garlic Shr...

Ingredients

• 8 oz shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• Cooked brown rice or quinoa (for serving, optional)

Instructions

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
2. Add the asparagus to the skillet, season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for about 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
3. Push the asparagus to one side of the skillet and add the shrimp to the other side. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper, and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink.
4. Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest, mixing everything together in the skillet. Cook for an additional minute until heated through.
5. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley.
6. Serve immediately over cooked brown rice or quinoa, if desired.