Roasted Shrimp and Broccoli Recipe

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4.10 from 32 votes

This roasted shrimp and broccoli makes a great quick and easy Weight Watchers friendly dinner in about 30 minutes.

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: one pan broccoli shrimp, oven roasted shrimp, sheet pan shrimp and broccoli

Servings:

Author: Martha McKinnon | Simple Nourished Living

Equipment

Ingredients

2 pounds broccoli, cut into bite-size florets
2 teaspoons minced garlic (jarred is fine)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
1-1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pound large shrimp, shelled and deveined, defrosted if frozen
Zest from 1 large lemon
1 tablespoon white wine, optional
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Lemon wedges for serving, if desired

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425F degrees. Line a sheet pan with aluminum foil, to make cleanup easier.
Cut the broccoli florets from the thick stalks, leaving an inch or two of the stalk attached to the florets. Either discard the rest of the stalks or do what I do - cut and discard about 1/2-inch off the bottom end and the portion from the top with all the little branches extending out. Peel the remaining stalk and cut it into 1 inch pieces.
Place the broccoli on the sheet pan. Sprinkle the garlic over the broccoli and then drizzle with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. Massage and toss it all together and then spread the broccoli out on the baking sheet so it is distributed in a single layer. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast for 15 minutes.
While the broccoli is roasting, place the shrimp in a small bowl. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon zest, wine (if desired), 1/2 teaspoon salt and sprinkling of freshly ground black pepper. Stir the mixture around and let the shrimp marinate until it's time to add them to the pan.
Once the broccoli has roasted for 15 minutes, add the shrimp to the baking pan and toss them in with the broccoli, distributing them around the pan. Roast until the shrimp are just opaque and the broccoli is tender and browned on some of the tips, 5 to 10 minutes.
Remove from the oven and toss with the lemon juice. Serve immediately, along with extra lemon wedges, if desired.

Notes

Serving size: 1/4th recipe

WW Points: 2

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6 PointsPlus (Old plan)

Recipe Variations

No shrimp? - Shrimp-size chunks of chicken or pork tenderloin would work well.

Different veg - Asparagus, cauliflower, carrots, brussels sprouts, green beans, zucchini, etc. would be great, as would a combination of your favorite vegetables.

Different spices and seasonings - Use what you like - basil, thyme, rosemary, garlic, ginger, cumin, Old Bay seasoning, lemon pepper, smoked paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, soy sauce, dijon mustard, balsamic vinegar, etc. Here are a few ideas:

Mediterranean - Season with dried oregano, thyme, or rosemary. Finish with crumbled feta and a drizzle of balsamic glaze
Spicy Cajun - Season with Cajun or Creole seasoning.
Asian-Inspired - Add soy sauce, fresh grated ginger, and a drizzle of sesame oil. Finish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
Garlic Parmesan - Toss the broccoli and shrimp with garlic powder and grated Parmesan before roasting. Finish with more Parmesan and a squeeze of lemon.
Smoky Paprika - Season with smoked paprika, chili powder, and a dash of cumin. Finish with a little fresh lime juice for brightness.
Indian-Inspired - use turmeric, cumin, and a pinch of garam masala. Finish with a dollop of plain yogurt or a squeeze of lime.

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