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Shrimp and Asparagus Foil Packs with Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce

Shrimp and Asparagus Foil Packs with Garlic Lemon Butter Bliss

This Shrimp and Asparagus Foil Packs with Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce is a quick, flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 packs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb Large Shrimp (21/25) Peeled and deveined; can substitute with other seafood like scallops.
For the Sauce
  • 2 Tbsp Dry White Wine or Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for a non-alcoholic option.
  • 4 tsp Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is preferable for maximum flavor.
  • 6 Tbsp Butter Olive oil can be used for a lighter option, but flavor will differ.
  • 1.5 Tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is ideal.
  • 2 tsp Lemon Zest Avoid using bottled lemon juice for best results.
  • Salt Adjust according to personal taste.
  • Freshly Ground Black Pepper Adjust according to personal taste.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 lb Medium Thickness Asparagus Avoid using thin asparagus that may overcook.
  • 2 Tbsp Chopped Fresh Parsley Other fresh herbs like cilantro can work.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Oven
  • Aluminum Foil
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 400-425°F, or preheat the oven to the same temperature.
  2. Cut large pieces of foil or parchment paper, about 12x18 inches. Place shrimp near the center and arrange asparagus alongside.
  3. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of dry white wine or chicken broth over the shrimp and asparagus, then sprinkle minced garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper on top.
  4. Dollop 6 tablespoons of diced butter evenly across the ingredients.
  5. Fold the foil to create tightly sealed packets and cook for 9-10 minutes on the grill or 13-15 minutes in the oven.
  6. Carefully open the foil packs, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1packCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh ingredients and avoid bottled lemon juice. Store leftovers properly for freshness.

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