Description
Sizzling sheet pan shrimp and veggies bring Mediterranean magic to dinner tables with minimal cleanup. Quick and flavorful ingredients dance together, delivering a complete meal that delights both busy cooks and hungry families in one easy pan.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Vegetables:
- 2 cups (300 grams) broccoli florets
- 2 cups (300 grams) cherry tomatoes
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 red onion, cut into wedges
Seasoning and Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Lemon slices for garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and prepare a sheet pan by lining it with parchment paper for easy cleanup and non-stick cooking.
- Combine broccoli florets, cherry tomatoes, yellow bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, ensuring even coating.
- Distribute the seasoned vegetables across the sheet pan in a single layer, allowing maximum heat exposure for uniform roasting.
- In the same bowl, add peeled and deveined shrimp. Sprinkle with paprika, minced garlic, and fresh lemon juice, gently tossing to distribute flavors evenly.
- Strategically place seasoned shrimp atop the vegetable layer, allowing ingredients to meld and infuse during cooking.
- Artfully arrange lemon slices around the shrimp and vegetables to enhance flavor profile and visual appeal.
- Transfer sheet pan to the preheated oven and roast for 15-20 minutes. Monitor cooking progress until shrimp turn pink and opaque, and vegetables become tender yet retain their vibrant colors.
- Remove from oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve immediately with optional lemon wedges for an extra citrus kick.
Notes
- Optimize vegetable cutting by ensuring uniform sizes for even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Choose jumbo or large shrimp for better presentation and meatier bites, which prevent overcooking and maintain succulent quality.
- Swap ingredients easily for dietary needs: replace shrimp with tofu for vegetarian version, use gluten-free seasoning for sensitive diets, or substitute zucchini with cauliflower for low-carb alternative.
- Control spice levels by adjusting paprika and garlic quantities, allowing personalization for mild or bold flavor preferences without compromising overall recipe integrity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg