Easy Lemon Asparagus Shrimp Recipe
A quick and easy stir-fry with shrimp and asparagus that's ready in 15 minutes.
Servings 4
Calories 151kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 and 1/4 pound asparagus ends trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
- 3 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 1 and 1/2 tablespoons of honey
- 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- lemon wedges for serving
- Optional: steamed brown rice for serving
Instructions
- In a small bowl whisk together the soy sauce, honey, lemon juice, and sesame oil. Set aside.
- In a large pan heat the 2 teaspoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the asparagus and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Sprinkle the shrimp with salt and pepper and add to the pan, cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, or until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Add the ginger and cook for one more minute.
- Add the soy sauce mixture to the shrimp and vegetables and toss to coat; cook for one more minute. Taste and add salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve the stir-fry over brown rice if desired. Garnish with lemon wedges.
Nutrition
Calories: 151kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 285mg | Sodium: 1635mg | Potassium: 119mg | Vitamin A: 30IU | Vitamin C: 6.4mg | Calcium: 167mg | Iron: 2.8mg