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Low Carb Lemon Basil Shrimp Recipe

Prep Time

12 minutes

Total Time

30 minutes

Yield

6
servings

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1½ pound shrimp (peeled)
  • 2 teaspoons garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons basil leaves (chopped (or 2 tsps dried basil leaves)

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Serving Size

4 fluid ounce

Carbohydrates

1
g

Protein

27
g

Fat

7
g

Calories

175

Lemon Basil Shrimp is a wonderful option for a weeknight dinner that can be ready in just 30 minutes. Featuring fresh shrimp, garlic, and bright lemon juice, this dish is low in carbs, with only 1 gram per serving. It’s perfect for meal prep or a quick family meal, supporting your low-carb eating choices, which some have found helpful for weight loss and metabolic health.

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. In an oblong, shallow, ovenproof dish or pie plate, combine olive oil and garlic.
  3. Heat in oven 2-3 minutes, watching carefully so garlic does not brown.
  4. Add shrimp to the oil mixture and return to the oven. Bake 4 minutes.
  5. Stir shrimp and continue cooking for 4-6 minutes or until the shrimp are done.
  6. Remove from oven and sprinkle with basil, parsley, and lemon juice.
  7. Season to taste.

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