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Lemon Garlic Shrimp Stir-Fry

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Total Time 20 minutes
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 zucchini sliced
  • 1 bell pepper sliced (use a green or red bell pepper for flavor and color; ensure it’s AIP compliant)
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • Sea salt to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
  • Add the sliced zucchini and bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  • Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the shrimp to the skillet. Cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
  • Squeeze the juice of 1 lemon over the shrimp and vegetables, and sprinkle with lemon zest.
  • Season with sea salt to taste and stir everything to combine.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.