Garlic Parmesan Baked Shrimp: A Quick and Wholesome Delight 🧄🧀

If you’re looking for a dish that’s bursting with flavor, effortlessly elegant, and ready in under 30 minutes—look no further. Our Garlic Parmesan Baked Shrimp is everything you need for a satisfying, health-conscious dinner that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Whether you’re working with fresh or frozen shrimp, this recipe delivers bold taste with minimal effort.

Perfect for busy weeknights, elegant dinner parties, or when you simply want to treat yourself to something deliciously guilt-free, this dish will quickly become a favorite in your healthy recipe rotation.

🛒 Ingredients

For the Shrimp:

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

• Salt and pepper to taste

Optional Garnish:

• Lemon wedges

• Additional chopped parsley

👩‍🍳 Instructions

🔥 Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Set your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and even roasting.

🍤 Step 2: Season the Shrimp

In a large mixing bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, garlic, Parmesan, parsley, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Ensure each shrimp is evenly coated with all those savory, citrusy flavors.

🧑‍🍳 Step 3: Arrange for Even Cooking

Spread the shrimp in a single layer on the baking sheet, leaving space between each piece. This allows the shrimp to roast, not steam—giving you that perfect texture.

⏱️ Step 4: Bake to Perfection

Place the shrimp in the preheated oven and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until they’re opaque and cooked through. You’ll know they’re ready when they curl slightly and have a golden finish from the melted Parmesan.

🌿 Step 5: Garnish and Serve

Remove from the oven, garnish with a fresh squeeze of lemon and a sprinkle of parsley, and serve immediately for the best flavor.

📊 Nutritional Information (Per 4 oz Serving)

• Calories: 180

• Total Fat: 10g

• Saturated Fat: 2g

• Cholesterol: 180mg

• Sodium: 280mg

• Total Carbohydrates: 2g

• Dietary Fiber: 0g

• Sugars: 0g

• Protein: 20g

💙 WW SmartPoints

• Green Plan: 4 points

• Blue Plan: 2 points

• Purple Plan: 2 points

Always check the WW app or recipe builder to adjust based on any substitutions.