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Cheesy Garlic Shrimp & Vegetable Foil Packets


  • Author: emily-mitchell
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A delicious and effortless dinner featuring juicy shrimp and vibrant vegetables, enhanced with cheesy goodness and garlic delight, perfect for busy weeknights.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Lemon wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or oven to 400°F.
  2. Cut large sheets of aluminum foil, about 12 inches long.
  3. Combine the shrimp, mixed vegetables, olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl.
  4. Divide the mixture among the foil sheets and sprinkle mozzarella on top.
  5. Fold the foil over the ingredients to create sealed packets.
  6. Place the packets on the grill or in the oven, cooking for about 15-20 minutes.
  7. Open the packets carefully, garnish with fresh parsley, and squeeze lemon juice over the top before serving.

Notes

For a vegetarian option, replace shrimp with extra vegetables. For a low-carb choice, swap the vegetables for spiralized zucchini.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Seafood

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 packet
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 180mg