Description
This Garlic Parmesan Shrimp and Veggies recipe is a quick and flavorful one-pan meal featuring succulent shrimp roasted with fresh vegetables, infused with garlic and Italian seasoning, and topped with a savory Parmesan cheese crust. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner that comes together in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Vegetables
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup chopped zucchini
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers (red, yellow, or orange)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
Seasonings and Toppings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
- Extra lemon wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a large sheet pan by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it to prevent sticking.
- Season the vegetables: In a large bowl, toss the broccoli florets, chopped zucchini, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, half of the minced garlic, salt, black pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning until evenly coated.
- Roast the vegetables: Spread the seasoned vegetables evenly on the prepared sheet pan and roast in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes until they start to become tender and slightly caramelized.
- Prepare the shrimp: While the vegetables roast, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, the rest of the minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to ensure they are well seasoned.
- Add shrimp and cheese: Remove the sheet pan from the oven, add the seasoned shrimp evenly over the roasted vegetables, and sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly on top.
- Finish baking: Return the pan to the oven and bake for another 8 to 10 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
- Garnish and serve: Once cooked, garnish the dish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately with optional lemon wedges for an added zesty flavor.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh shrimp rather than frozen. If using frozen, thaw completely and pat dry before seasoning.
- Feel free to substitute vegetables based on preference or seasonality, such as asparagus or mushrooms.
- Adding lemon wedges at serving brightens the flavors and balances the richness of Parmesan and olive oil.
- This recipe can be doubled or halved easily depending on portion needs.
- Ensure shrimp are not overcooked to maintain their tender texture.
