Ingredients:
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Heat butter in a skillet and sauté garlic for 1 minute.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper. Serve hot.
Shrimp has less than a gram of fat per serving that comes from omega-3 fatty acids and polyunsaturated fats that are beneficial to your body. Additionally, a 3-ounce serving has 85 calories and 20 grams of lean protein, making shrimp an ideal choice for low-carb meal plans.
Health Benefits of Garlic Butter Shrimp
- High in protein: Shrimp is a great source of protein, which is essential for building and repairing tissues in the body.
- Low in calories: Shrimp is low in calories, making it an excellent food choice for those who are trying to lose weight.
