Description
This garlic butter shrimp with roasted vegetables is a flavor-packed dish that’s both healthy and satisfying! Juicy shrimp cooked in a buttery garlic sauce pairs perfectly with roasted bell peppers and onions for an easy sheet pan meal. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this savory and juicy recipe is a great way to enjoy a healthy seafood dish—especially on National Shrimp Day!
Ingredients
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- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1/2 cup onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss bell peppers and onions with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes, until tender.
- While vegetables are roasting, heat a skillet over medium heat and melt butter. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Serve garlic butter shrimp over roasted vegetables, garnished with chopped parsley and lime wedges.
Notes
- Add zucchini or cherry tomatoes for more variety in roasted vegetables.
- Serve over rice, quinoa, or pasta for a heartier meal.
- Adjust red pepper flakes for more or less heat.
