Lemon Butter Shrimp Zucchini (Print Version)

Succulent shrimp, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes roasted in lemon butter sauce for a quick, healthy meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
03 - 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Sauce & Seasonings

05 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
07 - Zest and juice of 1 large lemon
08 - 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

→ Optional

11 - Lemon wedges for serving

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F
02 - In a large ovenproof skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant
03 - Add zucchini and cherry tomatoes. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables begin to soften
04 - Push vegetables to the sides of the skillet. Add shrimp in a single layer to the center. Season shrimp lightly with salt and pepper
05 - Dot the shrimp and vegetables with remaining butter. Sprinkle with lemon zest and pour lemon juice evenly over the skillet
06 - Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 8 to 10 minutes until shrimp are pink and cooked through
07 - Remove from oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve immediately with lemon wedges

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish
  • Everything cooks in one pan for minimal cleanup
  • Perfect balance of protein and vegetables in a light, flavorful sauce
  • Naturally gluten-free and low-carb
  • Impressive enough for guests but easy enough for weeknights
02 -
  • For the juiciest shrimp, be careful not to overcook them – they're done as soon as they turn pink and opaque
  • Cut the zucchini pieces to a uniform size for even cooking
  • Room temperature lemons yield more juice than cold ones
  • If you're sensitive to heat, reduce or omit the red pepper flakes
  • The skillet will be hot from the oven – remember to use oven mitts when handling
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