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Plate of Garlic Parmesan Roasted Shrimp garnished with parsley

Garlic Parmesan Roasted Shrimp

A quick and flavorful dish featuring shrimp roasted with garlic, butter, and parmesan, perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh or frozen, thawed before use.
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted Coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese Use nutritional yeast for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes Optional for spiciness.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped Or use 1 teaspoon dried parsley.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • as needed Lemon wedges, for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Prepare a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
  3. In a bowl, combine the shrimp with melted butter, minced garlic, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
  4. Toss to coat the shrimp evenly.
Cooking
  1. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the shrimp and toss gently to distribute.
  2. Spread the shrimp in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
  4. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with more Parmesan and fresh parsley.
  5. Serve with a squeeze of lemon for added flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 26gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 500mgSugar: 1g

Notes

This dish can be paired with a light salad or over quinoa for a complete meal. Variations include using different herbs or adding lemon juice for extra zest.

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