Mediterranean Diet Garlic Shrimp with Mixed Vegetables

Embark on a culinary journey to the Mediterranean with this vibrant and wholesome Garlic Shrimp with Mixed Vegetables recipe. Perfectly complementing the Mediterranean diet, this dish features tender shrimp sautéed with fragrant garlic and extra-virgin olive oil, alongside a rainbow of nutrient-packed vegetables like red bell peppers, zucchini, red onion, and juicy cherry tomatoes. A handful of kalamata olives adds a briny depth, while a squeeze of fresh lemon juice brightens every bite. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this quick 30-minute recipe is as flavorful as it is healthy. Ideal for a light weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing meal, this dish delivers heart-healthy ingredients and bold Mediterranean flavors, all in one skillet.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 medium zucchini, sliced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.5 medium red onion, sliced
• 0.25 cup kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 whole lemon, juiced
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

1. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

4. In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 5

5. Add the sliced red bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender yet crisp.

Step 6

6. Add the cherry tomatoes and kalamata olives to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes until the tomatoes are slightly softened.

Step 7

7. Return the shrimp to the skillet and mix well with the vegetables.

Step 8

8. Drizzle the lemon juice over the shrimp and vegetables, and season with sea salt and black pepper.

Step 9

9. Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the dish before serving.

Step 10

10. Serve immediately, enjoying this flavorful and healthy Mediterranean meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1143.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1076.5

Total Fat 55.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 857.3mg	0%
Sodium 2645.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 37.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.0g	0%
Total Sugars 16.9g
Protein 116.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 477.5mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 2606.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.6%

Protein: 41.8%

Carbs: 13.6%