Roasted Shrimp with Butternut Squash
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Succulent shrimp and caramelized butternut squash cubes come together with warming spices, garlic, and a hint of maple in this vibrant one-pan dinner that's both elegant and effortless.
Ella x
Ingredients
- ¾ kglarge shrimp(peeled and deveined)
- 1 mediumbutternut squash(peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 4 tbspolive oil
- 5garlic cloves(minced)
- 1½ tspsmoked paprika
- 1 tspground cumin
- 2 tspfresh thyme(chopped)
- 1½ tbspmaple syrup
- 2 tbsplemon juice
- 1 tspkosher salt
- ½ tspblack pepper
- ¼ tspred pepper flakes
- 3 tbspfresh parsley(chopped, for garnish)
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
Tip: Dry shrimp ensures better browning and caramelization during roasting.
- 2
On a large sheet pan, toss the butternut squash cubes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, half the minced garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, thyme, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Tip: Cut squash into uniform sizes so they roast evenly.
- 3
Spread the seasoned squash in a single layer on the sheet pan and place in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
Tip: Starting the squash first ensures it has time to become tender and caramelized.
- 4
While the squash roasts, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, remaining garlic, maple syrup, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl.
Tip: This glaze will coat the shrimp beautifully as it roasts.
- 5
After 15 minutes, carefully push the partially cooked squash to the sides of the pan and arrange the shrimp in the center.
Tip: Leave space between shrimp pieces so they roast rather than steam.
- 6
Brush the shrimp generously with the maple-garlic glaze, ensuring each piece is well coated.
Tip: Reserve a little glaze to drizzle over the finished dish for extra flavor.
- 7
Return the pan to the oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque and the squash is fork-tender.
Tip: Don't overcook the shrimp as it becomes rubbery; it only needs a few minutes once the glaze is applied.
- 8
Remove from the oven and toss everything together gently. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then transfer to serving plates and garnish with fresh parsley.
Tip: A squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the table brightens all the flavors beautifully.
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