Garlic-Herb Crusted Shrimp with Roasted Broccoli
Plump shrimp coated in a crisp herb-crumb crust, baked with crispy roasted broccoli for a flavorful, satisfying keto meal. This seafood-inspired seafood (high protein, low carb) ready in about 22 minutes pairs (peeled, tails removed) shrimp, almond flour, garlic powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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
- 12 oz (peeled, tails removed) shrimp
- 3 tbsp almond flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp dried parsley
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups (chopped florets) broccoli
- 1/2 (sliced) lemon
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a bowl, mix almond flour, garlic powder, dried parsley, dried oregano, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Toss shrimp with 1 tbsp olive oil until evenly coated, then roll in the almond flour mixture until fully crusted.
- Step 3: Place broccoli florets on a baking sheet, drizzle with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, and season with 1/4 tsp sea salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Arrange shrimp on top.
- Step 4: Bake for 10-12 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque, and broccoli is tender with charred edges.
- Step 5: Serve immediately with lemon slices for squeezing over the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Garlic-Herb Crusted Shrimp with Roasted Broccoli take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Garlic-Herb Crusted Shrimp with Roasted Broccoli?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep almond flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Garlic-Herb Crusted Shrimp with Roasted Broccoli?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Garlic-Herb Crusted Shrimp with Roasted Broccoli for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Garlic-Herb Crusted Shrimp with Roasted Broccoli high protein?
Yes — this recipe is tagged high protein, low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
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Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
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Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
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Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
