Garlic Parmesan Roasted Shrimp
Marinated in zesty garlic-herb olive oil, then roasted to golden perfection with nutty Parmesan, this shrimp recipe is a quick weeknight winner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer. It’s fresh, flavorful, and ready in under 10 minutes of cook time!
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves minced or pressed
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 pounds shrimp peeled and deveined (*thawed if frozen)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped Italian parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and lemon zest.
- Add shrimp and toss to coat.
- Cover and marinate in the fridge for 1–3 hours.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss shrimp with Parmesan and spread on a baking sheet or casserole dish.
- Roast for about 8 minutes, or until shrimp are pink and firm.
- Garnish with parsley and a drizzle of olive oil. Serve immediately.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://mischacrossing.com/garlic-parmesan-roasted-shrimp/
Notes
Use jumbo shrimp for a meatier bite, or try peeled tiger prawns for a dramatic presentation.
You can swap in fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary if you prefer.