Description
A vibrant grilled shrimp bowl with fresh asparagus and zesty lemon, perfect for summer gatherings or a cozy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper. Whisk them together to create a fragrant marinade.
- Marinate the Shrimp and Asparagus: Add the peeled shrimp and trimmed asparagus to the bowl. Toss gently to coat them evenly in the marinade. Allow them to sit for 15-30 minutes to absorb those amazing flavors.
- Preheat the Grill: Set your grill to medium-high heat, ensuring it’s hot enough to give your ingredients those gorgeous grill marks.
- Grill the Shrimp: Place the shrimp on the grill, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn opaque and slightly charred.
- Grill the Asparagus: Add the asparagus to the grill. Cook for about 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally until they are tender and slightly charred.
- Serve: Arrange the grilled shrimp and asparagus in a bowl. Add garnishes of fresh herbs if desired, and prepare for a mouthwatering experience.
Notes
Make-Ahead Tips: You can marinate the shrimp and asparagus in advance and keep them covered in the refrigerator for a few hours or even overnight for maximum flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 200mg