Lemon Herbed Shrimp with White Beans

By nancystrini

Really easy and full of flavor

Ingredients

• 1/2 small shallot, finely chopped
• 5 garlic cloves, minced, divided
• 2 T fresh lemon juice
• 1 1/2 t lemon zest, divided
• 3 T fresh parsley, minced, divided
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 6 T EVOO
• 1 lb. large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 t seafood seasoning (I used Old Bay)
• 1/4 cup butter
• 2 15 oz. cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained

Preparation

Step 1

In a shaker jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine shallot, 1 minced garlic clove, lemon juice, 1/2 t lemon zest, 1 T parsley and salt and pepper to taste. Slowly add oil, cover and shake to blend; store at room temperature until ready to serve.

In a large bowl, toss together shrimp, remaining garlic, seafood seasoning and pepper to taste.

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add shrimp and sauté for 5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and are just cooked through. Stir in white beans and cook for 2 minutes more or until warmed through. Pour lemon/olive oil mixture over all. Serve with remaining parsley and lemon zest on top. Serves 4.