Is this shrimp recipe quick to make?

Yes, it can be prepared in about 20 minutes.

What can I serve with these shrimp?

They go well with pasta, rice, or fresh salads.

Are the shrimp seasoned?

Yes, they are marinated with lemon and garlic for great flavor.

Protein

How many calories in Spicy Lemon Garlic Shrimp?

Tender shrimp sautéed in a zesty lemon and garlic sauce, offering a spicy kick in every bite, perfect for a quick meal.

Per 100 g

120 kcal

1 cup

180 kcal

(150 g)

Protein	Carbs	Fat
24 g / 100g	1 g / 100g	2 g / 100g

In numbers

Where the calories come from

Protein 81% · Carbs 4% · Fat 15%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 cup (150 g, 180 kcal) is 9% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 cup takes about 44 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Compared with similar foods

Spicy Lemon Garlic Shrimp is number 1 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 180 kcal per 100 g.

Food	kcal / 100 g	Protein / 100 g
Spicy Lemon Garlic Shrimp	120	24 g
Ginger Misoyaki Tofu	135	13 g
Chicken Tikka Skewers	165	28 g
Caribbean Curry Tofu	180	15 g
Chili Pomegranate Chicken	200	26 g
Garlic Herb Butter Chicken	220	25 g

Nutrition data updated June 15, 2026.

Health score

9/10

Weight loss suitability

Packed with protein and low in carbs, this Spicy Lemon Garlic Shrimp dish is an excellent choice for a calorie deficit meal. It promotes fullness while still being light, making it ideal for weight management.

Frequently asked questions

Is this shrimp recipe quick to make?: Yes, it can be prepared in about 20 minutes.
What can I serve with these shrimp?: They go well with pasta, rice, or fresh salads.
Are the shrimp seasoned?: Yes, they are marinated with lemon and garlic for great flavor.

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