Description
This Air Fryer Lemon Shrimp recipe is a quick, flavorful seafood dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or easy entertaining. The shrimp are marinated in a zesty lemon-garlic mixture, then air-fried to juicy, golden perfection.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp. lemon juice
- 1 tsp. lemon zest
- 2 cloves garlic, grated
- 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Chopped parsley, for garnish
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Add shrimp and toss to coat. Let marinate for 10–15 minutes.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, flipping halfway through, until shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
- Transfer shrimp to a serving plate. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket for even cooking.
- Marinate the shrimp for no longer than 30 minutes to prevent a mushy texture.
- This recipe pairs well with rice, pasta, or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 7 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 510 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 19 g
- Cholesterol: 170 mg
