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Garlic Parmesan Roasted Shrimp

Garlic Parmesan Roasted Shrimp: Quick, Delicious, and Easy

Enjoy the irresistible Garlic Parmesan Roasted Shrimp, a quick and flavorful dish perfect as an appetizer or main course.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can substitute with melted butter
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Use fresh for best flavor
  • To taste Salt
  • To taste Pepper
For the Flavoring
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese Freshly grated recommended
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley, chopped Can substitute with basil or cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika Sweet paprika can be used for milder flavor
For Serving
  • 1 lemon Lemon, cut into wedges For serving

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to create a marinade. Add shrimp and toss to coat.
  3. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley over the shrimp and toss again to combine.
  4. Spread the shrimp mixture in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Roast the shrimp in the oven for about 8–10 minutes, until they are pink and opaque.
  6. Remove from the oven, transfer to a serving platter, and garnish with extra parsley. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, watch the shrimp closely while roasting to avoid overcooking. Fresh ingredients enhance the dish's flavor significantly.

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