Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this Savory Mediterranean Shrimp Skillet for Effortless Dinner Joy. This quick and easy one-pan meal combines tender shrimp with juicy cherry tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives, and aromatic garlic, all enhanced by a splash of fresh lemon juice. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Its nutritious ingredients provide a healthy balance while appealing to seafood lovers and food enthusiasts alike. Serve it over fluffy quinoa or alongside crusty bread for a complete dining experience everyone will savor.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or avocado 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
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat; add olive oil.
- Sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Add the shrimp; cook for 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in cherry tomatoes and Kalamata olives; cook for another 3-4 minutes until tomatoes soften.
- Pour in fresh lemon juice, season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired; toss to combine.
- Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the skillet (approx. 175g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider serving with a mixed green salad or over quinoa. Experiment with different vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini to customize the dish further.