Ingredients
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- 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and place the shrimp on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, kosher salt, black pepper, and paprika in a bowl.
- Pour the marinade over the shrimp, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for about 5 minutes.
- Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Once baked, remove the shrimp from the oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels before adding the marinade for better adherence. Use room temperature shrimp for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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