Low Sodium Garlic Butter Shrimp

Delight your taste buds with this quick and flavorful Low Sodium Garlic Butter Shrimp recipe! Perfect for busy weeknights or a light, elegant dinner, this dish combines succulent shrimp sautéed in a rich, unsalted butter sauce infused with fragrant garlic, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of spice from red pepper flakes. Fresh parsley adds a bright, herbaceous finish, while low sodium ingredients ensure it stays heart-healthy without sacrificing flavor. Ready in just 20 minutes from start to finish, this versatile recipe pairs beautifully with steamed rice, pasta, or a crisp green salad for an easy, satisfying meal. Whether you're health-conscious or simply craving restaurant-style shrimp at home, this recipe will quickly become a favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and pat dry the shrimp using paper towels to remove excess moisture.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until it starts to foam.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 4

Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and opaque.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and add the lemon juice, lemon zest, freshly ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to coat the shrimp evenly.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.

Step 7

Transfer the shrimp to a serving dish, and garnish with additional parsley if desired.

Step 8

Serve immediately, pairing with your choice of rice or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(570.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	799.2

Total Fat 37.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 950.3mg	0%
Sodium 516.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 12.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g	0%
Total Sugars 1.8g
Protein 110.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 400.8mg	0%
Iron 2.4mg	0%
Potassium 1414.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.8%

Protein: 53.2%

Carbs: 6.0%