Roasted Shrimp with Green Beans and Garlic Butter
Prep
15 mins
Cook
20 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Roasted Shrimp with Green Beans and Garlic Butter is a simple weeknight dinner that combines succulent shrimp and tender green beans with a rich garlic butter sauce. Fresh thyme, lemon zest and a hint of red pepper flakes add bright, savoury flavour to this elegant dish. With just 15 minutes of preparation and 20 minutes in the oven, it suits anyone looking for a quick, impressive meal that feels special without requiring hours in the kitchen.
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Ingredients
- ¾ kglarge shrimp(peeled and deveined)
- ¾ kgfresh green beans(trimmed)
- 4 tablespoonsbutter
- 6garlic cloves(minced)
- 3 tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoonsfresh lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoonred pepper flakes
- 2 teaspoonsfresh thyme(chopped)
- ¾ teaspoonsea salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- 1 teaspoonlemon zest
- 2 tablespoonsfresh parsley(chopped for garnish)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and set aside.
Tip: Dry shrimp will roast better and develop a nice golden exterior.
- 2
Toss the trimmed green beans with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, half the minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper on a large baking sheet.
Tip: Spread the beans in a single layer for even roasting.
- 3
Roast the green beans for 8 minutes until they begin to soften slightly.
- 4
While the beans roast, combine the butter, remaining garlic, red pepper flakes, and thyme in a small bowl.
Tip: This garlic butter will infuse the shrimp with incredible flavor.
- 5
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and push the green beans to the sides, creating space in the center for the shrimp.
- 6
Toss the shrimp with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper, then arrange them in the center of the sheet.
- 7
Dollop the garlic butter mixture over the shrimp and gently toss to coat evenly.
- 8
Return the sheet to the oven and roast for 10-12 minutes until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through, and the green beans are tender-crisp.
Tip: Shrimp cooks quickly, so watch carefully to avoid overcooking.
- 9
Remove from the oven and drizzle with fresh lemon juice. Garnish with lemon zest and fresh parsley before serving.
Tip: The lemon juice adds brightness and cuts through the richness of the butter perfectly.
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