One-Pan Garlic Shrimp and Cherry Tomatoes

Name: One-Pan Garlic Shrimp and Cherry Tomatoes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 18 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 12 oz, peeled and deveined shrimp; 2 tbsp olive oil; 3 cloves, minced garlic; 1 cup cherry tomatoes; 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil; 1/2, juiced lemon; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; 1/4 tsp salt

Quick, vibrant shrimp sautéed with garlic and sweet cherry tomatoes, finished with fresh basil for a light yet satisfying dinner.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Category: Seafood

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 8 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

12 oz, peeled and deveined shrimp
2 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves, minced garlic
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil
1/2, juiced lemon
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 12 oz shrimp and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Transfer to a plate.
Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes to the skillet, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add 1 cup cherry tomatoes and cook for 3 minutes, until tomatoes begin to burst.
Step 3: Return shrimp to the skillet, add 1/2 lemon juiced, 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, and 1/4 tsp salt. Cook for 1 minute more, until heated through and flavors meld.