🦐 Mediterranean Garlic Parmesan Shrimp – A Must-Try Recipe! ✨
🌟 Description:
This Mediterranean Garlic Parmesan Shrimp is zesty, cheesy, garlicky, and packed with protein and flavor. It’s a quick 15-minute dish that feels gourmet without the effort. Serve it with pasta, quinoa, or over a crisp Greek salad for an easy Mediterranean meal that wows every time.
🧾 Ingredients:
- ✅ 12 oz bag frozen shrimp, thawed, shelled, and deveined
- ✅ 1 tbsp olive oil
- ✅ 2 tsp lemon pepper
- ✅ ½ tsp salt
- ✅ ½ tsp garlic powder
- ✅ 1 tsp minced garlic
- ✅ ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ✅ 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ✅ Optional garnish: chopped parsley, red pepper flakes, or extra lemon zest
🍳 Instructions:
- Prep Shrimp:
Pat shrimp dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture for better searing. - Season Shrimp:
In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, lemon pepper, garlic powder, and salt until evenly coated. - Cook Garlic:
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add a splash of olive oil if needed. Sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant. - Sear Shrimp:
Add seasoned shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes on each side, or until shrimp turn pink and opaque. - Finish With Flavor:
Turn off heat. Add lemon juice and grated Parmesan. Toss to coat until melted and creamy. - Serve Immediately:
Garnish with fresh parsley or red pepper flakes and enjoy hot.
👨🍳 Notes & Tips:
- 🧊 Thaw shrimp in the fridge overnight or quickly under cold running water.
- 🧄 Don’t overcook shrimp — they become rubbery quickly! As soon as they curl into a “C” shape and turn pink, they’re done.
- 🧀 For bolder flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan.
- 🍋 Add extra lemon zest for brightness or a drizzle of honey for contrast.
- 🍝 Serve over linguine, zoodles, rice, or Mediterranean-style roasted vegetables.
🍽 Servings:
Serves 2–3 as a main, 4 as an appetizer or side.
🧠 Nutritional Info (Per Serving – Approx. for 3 servings):
- Calories: 230
- Protein: 24g
- Fat: 13g
- Carbs: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Vitamin B12, Selenium, and Omega-3s: ✅✅✅
💪 Benefits:
- High protein and low-carb, perfect for light meals or Mediterranean keto.
- Shrimp is rich in selenium, iodine, and omega-3s — great for thyroid and heart health.
- Garlic & olive oil bring anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits.
- Lemon & Parmesan add tang and calcium without heavy sauces.
❓ Q&A:
Q: Can I use fresh shrimp instead of frozen?
A: Absolutely! Just clean and devein before using.
Q: Can I make this dairy-free?
A: Yes, skip the Parmesan or use a dairy-free version. Add a sprinkle of nutritional yeast for a cheesy vibe.
Q: What sides pair well?
A: Try lemon couscous, roasted eggplant, tabbouleh, or a cucumber-tomato salad with tzatziki.
Q: Can I bake instead of sauté?
A: Yes! Toss all ingredients in a baking dish, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10–12 minutes. Add Parmesan halfway through.
Q: How do I store leftovers?
A: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat gently to avoid rubbery shrimp.
🥗 More Easy Mediterranean Recipes Below! ⬇️
- Mediterranean-Style Stuffed Salmon 🐟
Stuffed with spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and feta. A true crowd-pleaser! - Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken Skewers 🍢
Marinated in olive oil, lemon, and herbs. Grill perfection! - Greek Chickpea Salad 🥗
Tossed with cucumber, olives, red onion, and feta in a lemon vinaigrette. - Roasted Eggplant & Tahini Dip (Baba Ghanoush) 🍆
Smoky, creamy, and so satisfying with warm pita. - One-Pan Mediterranean Quinoa 🍲
Packed with chickpeas, zucchini, tomatoes, and olives.
Let me know if you’d like a printable PDF, meal prep version, or one of these recipes written out next!