Description
A tantalizing dish that effortlessly marries the flavors of garlic and Parmesan with the succulence of roasted shrimp. Perfect for a special occasion or a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe is simple to make yet elegant in presentation.
Ingredients
- Large Shrimp: 1 lb, peeled and deveined
- Grated Parmesan Cheese: 1/4 cup
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Olive Oil: 2 tbsp
- Lemon: Juice of 1
- Dried Oregano: 1 tsp
- Dried Basil: 1 tsp
- Salt and Pepper: To taste
- Fresh Parsley: For garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the Shrimp: In a bowl, combine the shrimp with olive oil, garlic, Parmesan, lemon juice, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Arrange the shrimp in a single layer on a baking sheet, ensuring they don’t overlap.
- Roast: Roast for 6-8 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Spacing: Space shrimp evenly for even cooking.
- Extra Heat: Add red pepper flakes for a bit of spice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 190mg