Easy Shrimp Scampi

Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Easy Shrimp Scampi
45 min.
4
262kcal

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This Easy Shrimp Scampi recipe is a quick and delicious dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a fancy date night at home. With a buttery garlic sauce, a hint of lemon, and a generous amount of parsley, it's a dish that's full of flavor and sure to impress.

What sets this recipe apart is its simplicity. It comes together in just 45 minutes, making it a great option when you're short on time but still want something special. Plus, with only a handful of ingredients, it's easy to keep the necessary items on hand for whenever the craving strikes.

The star of the show is undoubtedly the shrimp. Plump, juicy, and perfectly seasoned, they are a delight in every bite. The addition of wine gives the dish a subtle depth of flavor, while the parsley adds a fresh, herbal touch. Serve it with pasta or rice for a complete meal that's sure to satisfy.

Whether you're a shrimp lover or just looking for a new recipe to add to your repertoire, this Easy Shrimp Scampi is a must-try. It's a dish that's both elegant and approachable, and one that's sure to become a favorite in your household.

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  • tablespoons parsley fresh
  • cloves garlic minced
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • pound shrimp shelled
  • 0.5 cup wine 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, melt butter and oil.
  2. Add garlic and saute 30 seconds.Stir in wine and lemon juice and cook 1 minute.Stir in shrimp, parsley, salt and pepper. Cook 2-3 minutes over high heat, stir constantly.
  3. Serve with pasta or rice.

Nutrition Facts

Calories262kcal
Protein38.11%
Fat56.98%
Carbs4.91%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.75
Glycemic Load
0.57
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
7.5939130434783%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.02mg
Catechin
0.23mg
Epicatechin
0.17mg
Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.21mg
Naringenin
0.22mg
Apigenin
4.31mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.37mg
Quercetin
0.12mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:261.7kcal
13.08%
Fat:15.49g
23.83%
Saturated Fat:7.8g
48.78%
Carbohydrates:3g
1%
Net Carbohydrates:2.79g
1.01%
Sugar:0.55g
0.61%
Cholesterol:212.67mg
70.89%
Sodium:519.2mg
22.57%
Alcohol:3.09g
17.17%
Protein:23.32g
46.64%
Vitamin K:36.29µg
34.56%
Phosphorus:260.27mg
26.03%
Copper:0.46mg
23.21%
Magnesium:45.77mg
11.44%
Zinc:1.65mg
10.98%
Vitamin A:519.88IU
10.4%
Potassium:362.64mg
10.36%
Calcium:90.76mg
9.08%
Vitamin C:6.97mg
8.44%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.43%
Vitamin E:0.86mg
5.73%
Iron:0.91mg
5.08%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.84%
Folate:5.42µg
1.35%
Selenium:0.83µg
1.18%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.03%
Source:Foodista