Lemon Garlic Baked Shrimp
Bursting with bright citrusy zest and savory garlic, this Lemon Garlic Baked Shrimp recipe is a quick, flavor-packed dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Juicy shrimp are bathed in a luscious blend of melted butter, olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and fragrant garlic, then baked to perfection in under 12 minutes. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a vibrant finishing touch, while optional red pepper flakes provide a subtle kick of heat. Serve this versatile dish with crusty bread to soak up the irresistible sauce, or pair it with pasta, rice, or vegetables for a complete, mouthwatering meal. Easy to prepare and ready in just 22 minutes, this shrimp recipe is a must-try for seafood lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 3 units Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 unit Lemon (zested and juiced)
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
In a bowl, combine the melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Whisk the mixture until well combined.
Place the shrimp in the prepared baking dish in a single layer and pour the lemon-garlic mixture over them, ensuring all the shrimp are coated.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
Remove the baking dish from the oven and sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the top for added flavor and a pop of color.
Serve the shrimp hot with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce, or pair with rice, pasta, or sautéed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
257 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.9 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 238 mg | 79% | |
| Sodium | 372 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.5 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 27.7 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 354 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
