Classic Lazy Night Shrimp Dinner
This classic lazy night shrimp dinner is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. Shrimp and vegetables are roasted together on one pan for minimal cleanup.
Equipment
- Oven
- Large baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Medium bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on or off
- 3-4 cups assorted quick-cooking vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, zucchini, asparagus), chopped
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, for zest and juice
- 1-2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes optional
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, half of the minced garlic, smoked paprika, oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Spread the chopped vegetables on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with the remaining olive oil, the rest of the minced garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper, then toss to coat.
Cooking
- Roast the vegetables in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the oven, add the seasoned shrimp, spreading it in a single layer, and return to the oven for another 8-10 minutes.
Serving
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the cooked shrimp and vegetables, then garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving immediately.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the shrimp for 15-30 minutes before cooking. Adjust red pepper flakes to your spice preference.