EASY KETO GARLIC BUTTER SHRIMP by Miriam Rees
A Quick, Flavorful, and Low-Carb Dinner Ready in Minutes
When time is short but you still want something delicious and satisfying, this Easy Keto Garlic Butter Shrimp is the answer. It’s one of those go-to recipes that feels fancy enough for dinner guests but takes less than 15 minutes to make.
The buttery garlic sauce clings to each juicy shrimp, and the hint of lemon keeps it fresh and light. With just a handful of ingredients, it’s a perfect example of how keto meals can be simple, wholesome, and full of flavor — no carbs required.
🍤 INGREDIENTS
- 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
🥣 INSTRUCTIONS
- Heat the pan: In a large skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic: Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Cook the shrimp: Add shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Add lemon and garnish: Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with parsley before serving.
Serve on its own, over cauliflower rice, or alongside sautéed zucchini for a complete keto meal.
🥄 SERVINGS
Serves: 2–3
⚡ NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (Per Serving)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Fat: 20 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Total Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Net Carbs: 1 g
💡 SIMPLE SWAPS
- Add spice: Stir in a pinch of red pepper flakes or smoked paprika.
- Make it creamy: Add a splash of heavy cream and Parmesan for a quick garlic butter cream sauce.
- Meal prep tip: Shrimp cook fast — make a double batch and store leftovers for up to two days.
🌸 WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
This Easy Keto Garlic Butter Shrimp is quick, clean, and bursting with flavor. It’s the kind of recipe that proves keto doesn’t mean boring — just real food, simple prep, and bold, buttery goodness in every bite.
