Description
This Mediterranean Shrimp Skillet is a delightful one-pan meal packed with vibrant flavors and quick to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- salt, to taste
- pepper, to taste
- red pepper flakes, optional
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 cloves of minced garlic, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 2: Add 1 pound of fresh, peeled, and deveined shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Step 3: Incorporate 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes and 1/2 cup of halved Kalamata olives into the skillet. Stir gently, allowing the tomatoes to soften for about 2 minutes.
- Step 4: Drizzle 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice over the skillet, and season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir well and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg
Keywords: Mediterranean, Shrimp, Skillet, Dinner, One-pan