Craving a restaurant-quality meal that's both elegant and effortless? Get ready to transform your dinner table with this mouthwatering Shrimp and Asparagus over White Bean recipe that promises to tantalize your taste buds in just 25 minutes! Imagine succulent shrimp, crisp asparagus, and creamy white beans dancing together in a symphony of flavors that will make your family think you've secretly trained as a professional chef.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper. Trim asparagus ends and cut into 2-inch pieces. Mince garlic cloves.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Ensure the skillet is large enough to accommodate shrimp and asparagus without overcrowding.
- Add minced garlic to the hot oil and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add asparagus to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become bright green and slightly tender but still crisp.
- Push asparagus to one side of the skillet and add shrimp to the other side. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and become opaque.
- Add drained and rinsed white beans to the skillet, gently stirring to combine and heat through, about 1-2 minutes.
- Drizzle lemon juice over the entire dish and toss gently to distribute flavors. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Remove from heat and plate immediately. Serve hot, dividing the shrimp, asparagus, and white beans evenly among 4 plates.
Tips
- Pat shrimp dry before cooking to ensure a perfect sear and prevent steaming
- Use a large skillet to avoid overcrowding, which helps achieve better caramelization
- Watch garlic carefully - it burns quickly and can turn bitter
- Cook asparagus until bright green to maintain its crisp texture and vibrant color
- Don't overcook shrimp; they're done when they turn pink and opaque
- Fresh lemon juice is key to brightening the entire dish's flavor profile
- For extra richness, consider adding a sprinkle of fresh parmesan or red pepper flakes
- Serve immediately to enjoy the optimal temperature and texture of each ingredient
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 310kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 180mg
