Description
Garlic Lemon Shrimp Asparagus Foil Packs are a delightful, hassle-free meal that brings together plump shrimp and vibrant asparagus in a zesty garlic-lemon sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, these foil packs cook quickly in the oven or on the grill, offering a symphony of flavors that will leave everyone asking for more. Just toss the ingredients together, seal them in foil, and let the oven work its magic. Enjoy a burst of freshness and ease with this quick recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 bunch asparagus (trimmed)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin)
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut eight squares of aluminum foil, approximately 12 inches each.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shrimp, asparagus, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Divide the mixture evenly among foil squares and fold tightly to create sealed packets.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until shrimp are opaque.
- Carefully unwrap each pack and serve hot with an extra squeeze of lemon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 foil pack
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 220mg