7 Shrimp Asparagus Recipes You'll Want to Make Tonight

risotto with shrimp, asparagus, squash on a white plate
Photo: Buckwheat Queen

Succulent shrimp and fresh, snappy asparagus are a natural pairing, and these recipes celebrate just how well they work together. Whether it's a quick, convenient shrimp asparagus sheet pan dinner or a buttery risotto dish, shrimp and asparagus are here to save you from a lackluster evening meal. Choose one of these seven recipes to make tonight!

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Shrimp and Asparagus Fettuccine

shrimp asparagus fettuccine
Cynthia Lara

This recipe doesn't shy away from bold flavor. Seafood seasoning, pressed garlic, and Parmesan cheese amplify the taste of tender fettuccine pasta paired with shrimp and chopped asparagus.

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Sheet Pan Lemon Butter Garlic Shrimp with Asparagus

sheet pan lemon garlic shrimp and asparagus
bbatie

Ridiculously easy and meal-prep friendly. "Fabulous!" raves home cook Dan Betz. "I added the Parmesan as someone suggested and we've had it once a week since discovering the recipe."

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Jumbo Shrimp and Asparagus

Jumbo Shrimp and Asparagus
Angela F.

Parboiled asparagus is combined with sautéed shrimp, fresh ginger, soy sauce, and sherry for a rich, salty-sweet meal. Use ground ginger over fresh if you're in a pinch.

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Elegant Penne with Asparagus and Shrimp

penne with shrimp and asparagus
Surgarplum

Large shrimp, red pepper flakes, white wine, and fresh parsley create heavy-hitting flavor in this pasta dish. "Have lots of wonderful recipes from this site but this is the first review," says cici. "This was great!"

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Easy Shrimp and Asparagus Quiche

a golden brown quiche in a pie pan with a slice cut out of it

This seafood quiche goes beyond brunch with the decadent flavors of Monterey Jack cheese, green onion, and an entire pound of juicy shrimp. Bake quiche until the top is well-browned and completely set.

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Garlic Shrimp and Asparagus Risotto

risotto with shrimp, asparagus, squash on a white plate
Buckwheat Queen

Smooth, buttery risotto joins chopped asparagus and tender shrimp for a wholly satisfying meal. Fresh parsley and a generous helping of Parmesan cheese takes this beautifully simple meal to new heights.

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Orzo and Shrimp Salad With Asparagus

overhead shot of speckled orzo with shrimp and asparagus
Aubrey Myers

This versatile recipe is one you'll return to over and over for a delicious, make-ahead meal. "Delicious even before it goes in the fridge," says Alisha. "Great for a light lunch and the 'sauce' is great and not overpowering. Will definitely make it again."

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