Baked Shrimp Scampi

Baked Shrimp Scampi is a delightful and flavorful dish that combines succulent shrimp with a buttery garlic sauce, baked to perfection. This gluten-free version offers all the richness of the classic recipe while being light and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
• Garlic (minced) - 4 cloves
• Butter - 50 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Parsley (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Red pepper flakes - 1/4 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Gluten-free breadcrumbs - 1/4 cup
• Parmesan cheese (grated) - 30 grams

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, minced garlic, melted butter, olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat the shrimp evenly.
3. Transfer the shrimp mixture to a baking dish, spreading it out in an even layer.
4. In a small bowl, mix the gluten-free breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese together. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the shrimp.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque, and the breadcrumbs are golden brown.
6. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 850 mg
• Cholesterol: 250 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, promoting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, supporting heart health.

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