Name: Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Charred Cherry Tomatoes
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 pint cherry tomatoes; 3 tbsp olive oil, divided; 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 1 lemon, zested and juiced; 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped; Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Charred Cherry Tomatoes

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This Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Charred Cherry Tomatoes is a celebration of late-summer flavors, perfect for a sunny New York evening. The shrimp cook quickly, staying juicy and tender, while the high-heat blistered cherry tomatoes add a sweet, smoky depth. Lemon zest and juice bring brightness and balance, and a shower of fresh parsley keeps everything vibrant. This dish is ready in under 30 minutes and bursts with color, making it as beautiful as it is delicious—great for a light dinner or sharing with friends al fresco.

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Once hot, add cherry tomatoes and cook, shaking occasionally, until skins are blistered and charred in spots, about 4-5 minutes. Remove tomatoes and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add sliced garlic and cook over medium heat until fragrant and just golden, about 1 minute. Add shrimp in a single layer, season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
Return charred tomatoes to the skillet with shrimp. Add lemon zest and juice, tossing to coat everything well. Cook for 1 minute to combine flavors.
Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.