LEMONY SHRIMP 'N' ASPARAGUS
From Scribner, Nebraska, Becky Von Segern sends this marvelous main dish that cooks quickly in the microwave yet is special enough to serve to company. "It's a pretty and tasty way to use your spring harvest of asparagus." she assures. "An added bonus is the low calorie count."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a 2-qt. microwave-safe bowl, combine the asparagus, red pepper, garlic and water. Cover and microwave on high for 4 minutes. Add shrimp; cover and cook for 2 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and asparagus is tender. With a slotted spoon, remove shrimp and vegetables; keep warm. , Add the soy sauce, lemon juice and zest to the microwave dish. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Stir into soy sauce mixture., Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Return the shrimp mixture to the bowl; toss to coat. Serve with rice if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 757mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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Bhupinder Paul
[email protected]I can't wait to make this dish again!
Itzel Vazquez
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a special occasion.
Ojei michael
[email protected]I'm going to try this recipe with different vegetables next time, like broccoli or zucchini.
Grace Brend
[email protected]I served this dish over rice and it was delicious.
Zahib Ullah
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a light and healthy lunch or dinner.
Paige Harley
[email protected]I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
Gdyd
[email protected]Overall, this is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
world femous
[email protected]I found the sauce to be a bit too lemony for my taste, but my husband loved it.
fashionboy kal
[email protected]The shrimp were a little overcooked, but the asparagus was cooked perfectly.
Fredrick Adjei
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Eunice Komfa
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of asparagus, but this dish changed my mind! The lemon and garlic really brought out the flavor of the asparagus.
Elsa Hernandez
[email protected]Easy and delicious! I made this for a weeknight dinner and it was a breeze to put together. The lemony sauce was perfect for the shrimp and asparagus.
adham aser
[email protected]This lemony shrimp and asparagus dish was a hit with my family! The flavors were bright and fresh, and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.