Shrimp Scampi – A great weeknight meal
Shrimp Scampi – A Great Weeknight Meal
Shrimp Scampi makes a great weeknight meal because it is quick and easy to make. This shrimp can be served in a variety of ways including over pasta or rice. It would also be good in a salad.
Even though shrimp is a common allergen it does offer many health benefits. It contains 2 antioxidants – selenium and astaxanthin and has about 20 grams of protein per 4 oz serving. Shrimp also supplies 78% of your daily B12 needs as well as 50% of your phosphorus. To read more about the health benefits of shrimp, click here. Furthermore, at 28 calories per ounce it makes a pretty low calorie meal.
Directions
Step 1
Finely chop ½ a small onion then cook it in a small amount of olive oil over medium heat until soft. Put the garlic in the pan and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
Step 2
Add shrimp and cook until the shrimp turns pink.
Step 3
Finally, add lemon juice. Then salt and pepper to taste.
That’s it! Just three easy steps and only about 15 minutes of prep and cook time! Enjoy!
Leave a comment on how you would serve this dish!
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