Ingredients
– 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil helps coat and roast shrimp evenly
– 4 garlic cloves, minced or pressed infuses aromatic flavor
– ½ teaspoon dried oregano
– ½ teaspoon dried basil
– ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
– ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
– Zest of 1 lemon
– 2 pounds shrimp, peeled and deveined (frozen shrimp thawed overnight is recommended)
– ½ cup grated Parmesan creates the crispy, golden topping
– 2 tablespoons chopped flat Italian parsley for garnish
Instructions
1-Combine 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 4 garlic cloves (minced or pressed), ½ teaspoon dried oregano, ½ teaspoon dried basil, ½ teaspoon Kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, and the zest of 1 lemon in a large glass or plastic bowl.
2-Add 2 pounds of peeled and deveined shrimp and toss to coat thoroughly. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate to marinate for 1 to 3 hours.
3-Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
4-Toss the marinated shrimp with ½ cup grated Parmesan in the bowl.
5-Pour the shrimp mixture onto a 13×9 baking dish or large baking sheet.
6-Roast for about 8 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink, firm, and completely cooked through.
7-Garnish with 2 tablespoons chopped flat Italian parsley and an extra drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil before serving.
Last Step:
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🦐 Use peeled and deveined shrimp for ease and consistent cooking.
⏳ Marinate no longer than 3 hours to maintain shrimp texture.
🔥 Add jalapeño or extra lemon zest for a spicy kick and enhanced aroma.
🥗 Serve alongside fresh salads, vegetables, pasta, or rice for a balanced meal.
🦞 Shrimp can be roasted with or without shells depending on preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Marinating Time: 1 to 3 hours
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Low-Carb
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 379
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 702mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 51g
- Cholesterol: 376mg