Shrimp with Bright Aperol-Orange Reduction and Crispy Herb Croutons

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Juicy shrimp simmered in a tangy Aperol sauce with fresh herbs, served atop toasted bread croutons for a vibrant Italian-inspired starter. This Italian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs peeled shrimp, extra-virgin olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 310 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  2. Step 2: Add 12 oz peeled shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque, then transfer to a plate.
  3. Step 3: Pour 3 tbsp Aperol, 2 tbsp lemon juice, and 1/4 cup vegetable broth into the skillet. Simmer for 5 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
  4. Step 4: Return shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat. Stir in 2 tbsp chopped parsley, then set aside.
  5. Step 5: Toss 4 baguette slices with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp chopped rosemary, and a pinch of salt. Bake at 375°F for 8 minutes until golden and crisp.
  6. Step 6: Plate shrimp with sauce over the croutons, garnishing with extra parsley.

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