Day 3 Lunch: Grilled Shrimp + Lemon-Olive Oil Drizzle + Steamed Asparagus
Prep Time:
5 minutes
Cook Time:
6-8 minutes
Serves:
1
Level:
Beginner
About the Recipe
Tender, succulent shrimp grilled quickly and topped with a fresh lemon-olive oil drizzle, served alongside perfectly steamed asparagus. A light yet satisfying meal that's effortlessly prepared.
Ingredients
Grilled Shrimp:
6-8 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Fresh lemon wedge
Sea salt, to taste
Steamed Asparagus:
6-8 asparagus spears, trimmed
1 tablespoon butter (grass-fed preferred) or olive oil
Sea salt, to taste
Preparation
Grilled Shrimp:
Prep Shrimp: Toss shrimp with olive oil and a pinch of salt.
Quick-Cooking Tip: Purchase shrimp already peeled and deveined to significantly cut prep time.
Grill Shrimp: Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.
Lemon Drizzle: Remove from grill and immediately squeeze fresh lemon juice over shrimp.
Steamed Asparagus:
Steam Quickly: Place asparagus spears in microwave-safe dish with 2 tablespoons water. Cover and microwave for 2-3 minutes, until bright green and tender-crisp.
Quick-Cooking Tip: Microwave-steaming is faster and preserves color and nutrients.
Season & Serve: Drain water and drizzle asparagus with melted butter or olive oil, then sprinkle lightly with sea salt.
Tips to Make it Even Easier:
Frozen Shrimp Shortcut: Keep frozen shrimp on hand—they thaw quickly under cold running water for last-minute meals.
Batch Steamed Veggies: Steam extra asparagus or other low-carb veggies in advance, refrigerating for easy reheating.
Quick & Simple Flavor Boost Options (Optional):
Sesame & Lime Drizzle (Seed-free):Combine toasted crushed pork rinds, lime zest, and olive oil for an umami-rich drizzle over shrimp.
Garlic & Herb Ghee: Gently melt ghee with fresh parsley, garlic, and a squeeze of lemon; drizzle generously over asparagus and shrimp.
Chili Butter Sauce: Melt butter with crushed red pepper flakes, garlic powder, and lime juice for a zesty, spicy finish.
Parmesan & Black Pepper Sprinkle: Toss asparagus lightly in freshly grated Parmesan and cracked black pepper for savory depth (optional dairy).
Avocado & Cilantro Salsa: Dice avocado, mix with chopped cilantro and lime juice, spooning lightly over grilled shrimp.
Crispy Bacon Crumbles: Top asparagus with finely chopped crispy bacon bits for a satisfying crunch and rich flavor.
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