Ingredients
1 lb (220g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 medium zucchinis, sliced
1 small onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
1 tsp oregano
Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat
Add onion and sauté for 3 minutes
Add zucchini slices and garlic, cooking until zucchini begins to caramelize (6-8 minutes)
Increase heat to high, add shrimp in a single layer and cook 1-2 minutes per side
Stir in lemon zest, juice, parsley, and oregano
Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to oven and bake 5 minutes until zucchini is tender and shrimp is fully cooked
Notes
Use medium-sized zucchinis for optimal texture
Avoid overcooking shrimp to prevent rubberiness
Add edible flowers or microgreens as garnish for presentation
Can substitute shrimp with firm tofu for a vegetarian option
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Low Calorie Meals
- Method: Sautéing/Baking
- Cuisine: American Mediterranean
- Diet: High-protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 180mg