Juicy shrimp baked in a rich garlic butter sauce with lemon and herbs—this lighter version keeps all the flavor while staying WW-friendly!
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 500g (1 lb) large shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 2 tbsp butter (or light butter)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest (optional but recommended)
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes (optional)
- Salt & black pepper (to taste)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan (optional, for topping)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- In a small pan, melt butter with olive oil and sauté garlic for 30–60 seconds (don’t burn).
- Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice, zest, paprika, chili flakes, salt & pepper.
- Place shrimp in a baking dish in a single layer.
- Pour garlic butter sauce evenly over shrimp.
- Sprinkle Parmesan (optional).
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
💡 Tips for Best Results
- Don’t overcook shrimp—they become rubbery fast.
- Use fresh garlic for strongest flavor.
- Add a splash of white wine for a classic scampi taste.
- Serve with lemon wedges for extra freshness.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Over pasta or spaghetti
- With rice or quinoa
- With crusty bread to soak the sauce
- Low-carb: serve with zucchini noodles or veggies
⚖️ Nutrition (Per Serving – Approx)
- Calories: ~220–260
- Protein: ~22–26g
- Carbs: ~2–4g
- Fat: ~14–18g
🧮 WW (Weight Watchers) Points (Approx)
Standard Version:
- 4–6 points per serving
Lower-Point Version Tips:
- Use 1 tbsp light butter + more lemon juice
- Skip Parmesan
- Reduce oil to 1 tsp
👉 This can bring it down to 2–3 WW points per serving
🔥 Variations
- Creamy Scampi: Add 2 tbsp light cream or yogurt after baking
- Spicy Version: Increase chili flakes or add hot sauce
- Garlic Lovers: Add extra garlic cloves
- Veggie Boost: Bake with asparagus or cherry tomatoes
❓ FAQs
Can I use frozen shrimp?
Yes—just thaw and pat dry first.
Can I make it ahead?
Prep sauce + shrimp, refrigerate, then bake fresh.
How to store leftovers?
Refrigerate up to 2 days and reheat gently.