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Lemon Pepper Shrimp
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4.42 from 17 votes

Lemon Pepper Shrimp

Lemon Pepper Shrimp - easy and flavorful recipe in 15 minutes. Citrusy and peppery in each bite, the shrimp can be served with pasta or salad.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: American Recipes
Cuisine: Shrimp
Keyword: Lemon Pepper Shrimp
Servings: 3 people
Calories: 242kcal
Author: Bee Yinn Low

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (500g) shrimp, shelled and tail-on
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Instructions

  • Season the shrimp with the salt and ground black pepper. Set aside.
  • In a skillet (cast-iron preferred), add the olive oil and saute the garlic until light brown. Add the Shrimp and saute for 1 minute before adding the lemon juice and lemon zest.
  • When the Shrimp is cooked through, add the chopped parsley.  Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 3people | Calories: 242kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 381mg | Sodium: 1564mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g