Shrimp and Asparagus Foil Packs with Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce
Shrimp and Asparagus Foil Packs with Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce is a quick, flavorful dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This recipe combines succulent shrimp and tender asparagus, all wrapped in foil and infused with a rich garlic lemon butter sauce. Cooking in foil not only locks in moisture but also makes cleanup a breeze, making it ideal for busy nights or summer barbecues.
- Prep Time: 12 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 22 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
- 4 tsp minced garlic (about 4 cloves)
- 6 Tbsp butter, diced
- 2 Tbsp dry white apple vinegar or chicken broth
- 2 tsp lemon zest
- 1 1/2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (400 – 425°F).
- Cut four sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil (14 x 12 inches).
- Divide shrimp among the foil packs, placing asparagus on one side.
- Drizzle vinegar over each pack and sprinkle with minced garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
- Place butter cubes evenly on top of the shrimp and asparagus.
- Fold the foil packs securely but leave space for steam.
- Grill sealed side up for about 9 – 10 minutes until shrimp are cooked through.
- Carefully unwrap each packet, drizzle with lemon juice, and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pack (250g)
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 220mg