Description
Succulent garlic butter shrimp dances with crisp, colorful vegetables in this Mediterranean-inspired culinary masterpiece. Fresh ingredients and quick cooking create a delightful meal you’ll savor with pure coastal comfort and zesty satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) shrimp, peeled and deveined
Vegetables:
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Melt butter in a spacious skillet over medium-high heat, creating a golden, bubbling surface.
- Introduce shrimp seasoned with salt, pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until they transform into a vibrant pink hue, then transfer to a separate plate.
- Infuse the same pan with remaining butter and minced garlic, allowing the aromatic mixture to dance for approximately 30 seconds.
- Slide zucchini, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes into the skillet, allowing them to soften and caramelize for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Reunite the cooked shrimp with the sautéed vegetables, drizzle fresh lemon juice across the pan, and gently toss to ensure every morsel is coated with the fragrant sauce.
- Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish, creating a verdant garnish that adds both visual appeal and a burst of herbaceous flavor.
- Serve immediately while the dish remains warm, allowing the harmonious blend of seafood and vegetables to tantalize the palate.
Notes
- Customize spice levels by adjusting red pepper flakes for those who prefer mild or extra heat.
- Choose fresh, medium-sized shrimp for the best texture and quick cooking time.
- Select firm zucchini and bright, crisp bell peppers to ensure vegetables maintain their crunch during cooking.
- Pat shrimp dry before cooking to achieve perfect golden-brown sear and prevent steaming instead of browning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 2900 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 170 mg