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A vibrant summer shrimp skillet dinner with fresh vegetables.

Classic Summer Shrimp Skillet Dinner

A quick and flavorful meal, this Classic Summer Shrimp Skillet Dinner brings together succulent shrimp and fresh, seasonal vegetables in one pan. Perfect for a weeknight, it's light, healthy, and full of vibrant flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Shrimp and Seasoning
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or frozen, thawed)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Vegetables
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium zucchini, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 medium yellow squash, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 0.5 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
For Serving & Garnish
  • Fresh lemon wedges for serving
  • Fresh parsley or basil, chopped for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Large skillet (cast iron or non-stick)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Set the seasoned shrimp aside while preparing the vegetables.
  3. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the chopped zucchini, yellow squash, and red onion; cook for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp.
Cooking
  1. Stir in the minced garlic and halved cherry tomatoes, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until tomatoes soften and garlic is fragrant.
  2. Push the vegetables to one side and add the seasoned shrimp to the empty space, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
Serving
  1. Toss everything together in the skillet to combine.
  2. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top and garnish with fresh parsley or basil, if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can marinate the shrimp for 15-20 minutes before cooking. Adjust the level of seasoning to your preference. This dish is versatile, feel free to add other quick-cooking vegetables like bell peppers or asparagus.