Bright Lemon Garlic Baked Shrimp

A light, zesty, and super quick seafood dish packed with fresh lemon flavor and garlicky goodness. Perfect for a healthy dinner in under 20 minutes!

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 3–4)

• 500g (1 lb) large shrimp, peeled & deveined
• 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons olive oil (or melted butter)
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• Salt & black pepper, to taste
• ½ teaspoon paprika or chili flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• Lemon slices (for baking & garnish)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat Oven
   Set to 200°C (400°F).
2. Make the Sauce
   In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, zest, salt, pepper, and paprika.
3. Prepare Shrimp
   Place shrimp in a baking dish in a single layer. Pour sauce over and toss to coat.
4. Add Lemon Slices
   Lay a few slices on top for extra flavor.
5. Bake
   Bake for 8–10 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque.
6. Finish & Serve
   Sprinkle fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon before serving.

🍽️ Serving Ideas

• Over steamed rice or garlic butter rice
• With pasta or zucchini noodles
• Alongside roasted veggies
• With crusty bread to soak up the sauce

💡 Tips

• Don’t overcook—shrimp become rubbery quickly
• Use fresh lemon for the best bright flavor
• Add a splash of white vinegar or a pinch of zest at the end for extra zing

❓ FAQs

Q1: Can I use frozen shrimp?
Yes—just thaw completely and pat dry before baking.

Q2: How do I know shrimp are done?
They turn pink and curl into a “C” shape. Overcooked shrimp curl tightly into an “O”.

Q3: Can I make it spicy?
Add chili flakes, cayenne, or hot sauce.

Q4: Can I cook this in an air fryer?
Yes! Cook at 180°C (350°F) for 6–8 minutes.

Q5: Can I add vegetables?
Absolutely—try asparagus, broccoli, or cherry tomatoes.

⚖️ Weight Watchers (WW) Points (Estimated)

Full Recipe:

• Shrimp (0 points)
• Olive oil (3 tbsp): ~12 points
• Other ingredients: 0 points

👉 Total: ~12 points

🥗 Per Serving

• 4 servings: ~3 points each
• 3 servings: ~4 points each

💡 Lower the Points

• Use 1 tbsp olive oil instead of 3 → saves ~8 points
• Replace some oil with broth or lemon juice
• Serve with zero-point sides (veggies, salad)