Description
Crockpot Recipes for Zesty Lemon Garlic Shrimp offer a delightful dining experience with minimal effort. This vibrant dish features succulent shrimp marinated in fresh lemon juice and aromatic garlic, slow-cooked to perfection. Ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, it transforms simple ingredients into a mouthwatering meal that will impress family and friends alike. Serve alongside rice or pasta for a wholesome dinner that feels gourmet without the hassle.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse frozen shrimp under cold water and pat dry.
- In a bowl, mix lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Add shrimp to the crockpot and pour the marinade over them; stir gently to coat.
- Cook on low for 2 hours until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Serve topped with fresh parsley alongside rice or pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: Substitute shrimp with chicken or fish if desired. Add vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for extra nutrition. To prevent overcooking, check shrimp doneness after 1.5 hours.