🍤🌽 Mediterranean Shrimp Tray Bake
This Mediterranean Shrimp Tray Bake is a vibrant, one-pan dish loaded with juicy shrimp, tender potatoes, sweet corn, and a light garlic-lemon herb dressing. Unlike heavy buttery versions, this recipe uses olive oil, fresh herbs, and citrus to keep it heart-healthy, flavorful, and perfect for a Mediterranean diet.
🧾 Ingredients:
- 500g shrimp (peeled & deveined)
- 2 cups baby potatoes (halved)
- 2 corn cobs (cut into pieces)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 lemon (juice + zest)
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Prep Potatoes & Corn:
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F)
- Toss potatoes and corn with olive oil, salt, pepper
- Roast for 20–25 minutes until slightly tender
2. Add Shrimp:
- In a bowl, mix shrimp with garlic, lemon juice, zest, paprika, and oregano
- Add shrimp to tray
3. Bake Again:
- Return tray to oven
- Cook for 8–10 minutes until shrimp turns pink
4. Finish:
- Sprinkle fresh parsley
- Drizzle extra lemon juice if desired
🍽️ Serve:
- Serve hot with salad 🥗
- Or enjoy with whole wheat bread
🌿 Mediterranean Benefits:
✔ Heart-healthy fats (olive oil)
✔ High protein (shrimp)
✔ Fresh, natural ingredients
✔ Low processed foods
❓ Q & A
Q1: Can I use frozen shrimp?
✔ Yes, thaw completely before cooking
Q2: Can I make it without potatoes?
✔ Yes—use zucchini, broccoli, or bell peppers
Q3: Is this good for weight loss?
✔ Yes—light, balanced, and nutritious
Q4: Can I cook it in air fryer?
✔ Yes—cook potatoes first, then add shrimp
Q5: Is it diabetic-friendly?
✔ Yes—just control potato portion
✅ Tips:
- Don’t overcook shrimp (it gets rubbery)
- Use fresh lemon for best flavor
- Add olives or feta for extra Mediterranean taste.