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Oven-Baked Shrimp and Zucchini

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A quick and flavorful dish combining tender shrimp and zucchini baked to perfection, perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Zucchini

  • 1-2 pieces large or small-medium zucchini

Olive Oil

  • 1-2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil

Salt and Pepper

  • to taste kosher salt and black pepper

Shrimp

  • 1 pound pounds uncooked large shrimp (thawed, peeled, and deveined)

Garlic

  • 2-3 cloves garlic (minced)

Lemon Juice

  • juice of 1/2 lemon lemon juice (reserve other half for wedges)

Chili Powder

  • 1/2 teaspoon teaspoon chili powder

Paprika

  • 1/2 teaspoon teaspoon paprika (sweet or smoked)

Oregano

  • 1/2 teaspoon teaspoon dried oregano

Parsley

  • optional fresh parsley (garnish)

Rice or Pasta

  • for serving rice or pasta (for serving)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss sliced zucchini with 1-2 tsp olive oil, salt, and pepper; bake 3-5 minutes.
  • Combine shrimp, 1 tbsp olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, chili powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  • Add shrimp and zucchini to the baking dish. Bake for 8-10 minutes until shrimp are cooked and zucchini is tender.
  • Remove from oven, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve over rice or pasta.

Notes

Ensure shrimp are fully cooked and adjust seasoning to taste.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: baked, Shrimp, Zucchini