Air Fryer Spanish-Style Garlic Shrimp with Smoked Paprika

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-05 · Updated 2026-07-05

Quick and vibrant shrimp tossed with smoked paprika and garlic, air-fried to juicy perfection for a flavorful tapa or light main dish. This Spanish-inspired seafood recipe (low carb, gluten free), ready in about 18 minutes, pairs large shrimp, olive oil, smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 190 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 3, finely minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a mixing bowl, combine 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 3 finely minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp and toss until evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
3. Step 3: Cook shrimp at 400°F for 6-8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until shrimp are pink and opaque with slightly crispy edges.
4. Step 4: Remove shrimp from air fryer, transfer to a serving dish, and sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.