Classic One-Pan Lemon Garlic Shrimp Dinner
This easy one-pan recipe features succulent shrimp and vibrant vegetables seasoned with lemon, garlic, and smoked paprika, all roasted to perfection on a single baking sheet.
Equipment
- oven
- large baking sheet
- parchment paper
- large bowl
- whisk
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs large shrimp raw, peeled, and deveined (tail-on or off)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic minced
- lemon zest of 1 large lemon
- lemon juice of 1 large lemon
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper or to taste
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 bell pepper any color, chopped into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 red onion cut into wedges
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Add shrimp, broccoli florets, chopped bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and red onion wedges to the bowl, then toss gently to coat evenly.
- Spread the marinated shrimp and vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring not to overcrowd.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until shrimp are pink and opaque and vegetables are tender-crisp; stir halfway through.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the shrimp and vegetables for 15-30 minutes before baking. You can also customize the vegetables based on what you have on hand, such as asparagus or zucchini.