Shrimp and Asparagus Foil Packs with Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce
Shrimp and Asparagus Foil Packs with Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce are a quick and flavorful meal option, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This dish combines succulent shrimp and vibrant asparagus, all enveloped in a rich garlic lemon butter sauce that elevates the natural flavors of the ingredients. The foil-packing method not only makes preparation a breeze but also ensures minimal cleanup, allowing you to spend more time enjoying your meal and less time washing dishes. With just a handful of ingredients and simple steps, these foil packs deliver a deliciously satisfying dining experience that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lbs large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 lb medium thickness asparagus (trimmed)
- 4 tsp minced garlic
- 6 Tbsp butter (diced)
- 2 Tbsp dry white apple vinegar or chicken broth
- 2 tsp lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (400 – 425°F).
- Cut four sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil (14 x 12 inches) and lay them flat.
- Divide shrimp among foil sheets, placing asparagus alongside.
- Add vinegar, minced garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper to each packet.
- Distribute butter cubes evenly on top of the shrimp and asparagus.
- Seal the foil packets tightly but leave space for steam.
- Cook on the grill for approximately 9 – 10 minutes until shrimp are fully cooked.
- Carefully unwrap packets, drizzle with fresh lemon juice, sprinkle with parsley, and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 foil pack (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 220mg