Zesty Italian Shrimp
Bring bold Mediterranean flavors to your table with this Zesty Italian Shrimp recipe—a quick and easy dish perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Tender, juicy shrimp are marinated in a vibrant blend of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Italian seasoning, garlic, and a touch of crushed red pepper for a flavorful kick. Sautéed to perfection in just minutes, this dish is garnished with fresh parsley and served alongside zesty lemon wedges for a burst of brightness. Ready in under 20 minutes, this crowd-pleaser pairs beautifully with crusty bread, pasta, or a crisp green salad. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or cooking up a simple family meal, this savory and tangy recipe will leave everyone asking for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1.5 teaspoons Italian seasoning blend
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 whole Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, combine olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Italian seasoning, minced garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the marinade.
Add the shrimp to the marinade, ensuring each piece is coated evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes, but no longer than 1 hour.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the skillet is hot, add the shrimp along with the marinade.
Sauté the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and are cooked through. Avoid overcooking the shrimp, as they can become rubbery.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the cooked shrimp with chopped fresh parsley.
Transfer the shrimp to a serving platter. Garnish with additional parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Enjoy your Zesty Italian Shrimp with crusty bread, over pasta, or alongside a fresh green salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
187 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.3 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 214 mg | 71% | |
| Sodium | 371 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.5 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 27.7 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 103 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 406 mg | 9% | |
*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.
