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 that brings the taste of summer to your table. This delightful dish features succulent shrimp and tender asparagus, all steamed together in aluminum foil, which locks in the delicious garlic and lemon flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights or outdoor grilling, these foil packs require minimal cleanup while delivering maximum flavor—making dinner a breeze. Whether you opt for the grill or your oven, this recipe ensures a delightful dining experience that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lb medium thickness asparagus, woody ends trimmed
- 2 Tbsp dry white apple vinegar or chicken broth
- 4 tsp minced garlic (about 4 cloves)
- 2 tsp lemon zest
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 6 Tbsp butter, diced into small cubes
- 1 1/2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (400 – 425 degrees F).
- Cut four sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil (14×12 inches) and lay them flat.
- Divide the shrimp among the foil packs, placing them near the center, then add asparagus on one side.
- Pour 1/2 Tbsp of vinegar over each pack and sprinkle with garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
- Distribute butter pieces evenly across each packet.
- Seal the foil packs tightly to trap steam.
- Place packs on the grill with the sealed side facing up; cook for about 9 – 10 minutes until shrimp are opaque.
- Carefully unwrap each pack, drizzle with lemon juice, and sprinkle with parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 220mg