Sautéed prawns with garlic and lemon

Golden prawns sautéed with garlic, parsley and lemon: a quick, light dish packed with flavour. Very high in protein and low in carbohydrate, and ready in under 10 minutes.

Preparation: 5 min  |  Cooking: 8 min  |  Servings: 2  |  Difficulty: Very easy

Calculated per serving from the Anses Ciqual 2025 values for each ingredient, based on the quantities in the list. Household measures (spoonfuls, pieces) use average weights. 383 kcal · 49 g protein · 6 g carbohydrate · 16 g fat

Ingredients

• 400 g prawns
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 lemon
• 1 bunch parsley
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• chilli (optional)

Method

1. Heat the oil with the chopped garlic.
2. Add the prawns and sear them for 3 to 4 minutes.
3. Deglaze with the lemon juice.
4. Sprinkle with parsley and a little chilli.

Nutritional benefits

Prawns are among the leanest, lowest-calorie sources of protein, which makes them perfect for weight loss and low-carb eating. Garlic and lemon add flavour without calories, and olive oil provides healthy fats. A quick, high-protein, light dish.

Variations and substitutions

• With courgettes or pasta for a complete meal.
• With coconut milk for a curry version.
• With king prawns for a festive version.
• Spiced up: ginger, soy sauce.

Storage and making ahead

Best eaten straight away, as prawns do not reheat well. Keeps for 1 day in the fridge.

💡 Good to know

Do not overcook the prawns: 3 to 4 minutes is enough, otherwise they turn rubbery.

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The foods in this recipe: prawns · garlic · lemon · parsley · olive oil.

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