Lemon Shrimp Rounds
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly bite-sized, Lemon Shrimp Rounds are the perfect appetizer to dazzle your guests or elevate a casual gathering. This recipe transforms crisp, golden baguette slices into the ultimate base for succulent shrimp sautéed in a rich garlic butter infused with fresh lemon juice and zest. Each round is finished with a drizzle of flavorful pan sauce and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, creating an elegant balance of flavors in every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, these lemon garlic shrimp crostini are as quick and easy to make as they are delicious. Serve them warm or at room temperature for a crowd-pleasing snack or party starter that feels fancy but is effortlessly simple!
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Ingredients
- 1 loaf Baguette
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 16 pieces Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Slice the baguette into 16 even rounds, approximately 1/2-inch thick.
Step 3
Brush both sides of each baguette slice with olive oil and place them on a baking sheet.
Step 4
Toast the baguette slices in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp. Set aside to cool.
Step 5
In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
Step 6
Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 7
Add the shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
Step 8
Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest, tossing the shrimp to coat evenly. Remove from heat.
Step 9
Top each toasted baguette round with one shrimp.
Step 10
Drizzle a small amount of the lemon garlic butter sauce from the skillet over each shrimp-topped round.
Step 11
Garnish each round with a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Step 12
Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (686.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1703.2 |
| Total Fat 72.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 27.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 546.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3409.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 175.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.9g | |
| Protein 93.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 387.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1172.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories