20+ Savory Shrimp Recipes to Make for Dinner This Week
Serve shrimp - they cook fast and taste delicious.
Don't want chicken or ground beef for dinner? Or maybe you're having folks over and want to serve a few fancy appetizers. Then look no further than shrimp. Try one of these healthy, easy-to-prepare shrimp recipes tonight. Shrimp cooks super quickly so most of the recipes come together quickly, which is ideal if you don't have much time to spend in the kitchen. We've got everything from shrimp stir fry, a seasonal asparagus and shrimp pasta, to shrimp sandwiches, and a slightly more complicated but 100% worth the effort shrimp gumbo.
Shrimp and Asparagus Pasta
Shrimp and Asparagus are a classic spring combination and this hearty pasta comes together in under 30 minutes! What could be better??!!
Lowcountry Shrimp Boil
Invite friends over and enjoy a feast of shrimp, potatoes, corn, sausage and dipping sauce - all spread out on layers of newspaper. Don't forget to fill the paper full of beer!
Shrimp Gumbo
This meal takes a bit of time to come together but it's well worth the effort. The rich broth is packed full of flavor as well as okra, sausage, and of course shrimp.
Herbes de Provence Shrimp with Basil and Pea Couscous
Spend an evening pretending you are in the south of France with this classic spring dinner.
Get the recipe for Herbes de Provence Shrimp with Basil and Pea Couscous.
Snap Pea Pesto and Shrimp Crostini
These crostini can be an appetizer or served alongside a large green salad for a light and healthy dinner.
Super Fast Scampi-Style Air Fryer Shrimp
Serve these garlicky shrimp of rice or orzo with a drizzle of olive oil, squeeze of lemon, or a drizzle of hot sauce.
Get the recipe for Super Fast Scampi-Style Air Fryer Shrimp.
Garlic-Clove Shrimp
With a bit of a kick, this shrimp is perfect on salads, toast, or by itself.
Zesty Shrimp with Chimichurri Rice
You can whip up this tasty meal in no time! It also makes for great leftovers (you can use the rice and shrimp to make a fried rice dish fast).
Zesty Shrimp Salad with Couscous
Sweet orange slices, succulent shrimp, and salty green olives are the perfect add-ons for a quick salad.
Spicy Grilled Shrimp with Garlic & Lemon
Friends and family will love munching on this spicy shrimp. Serve it as an appetizer or main dish.
Cumin Grilled Shrimp and Asparagus
Oranges give shrimp some citrusy flavor while cumin and cayenne pepper add even more zest. You can serve this one-of-a-kind recipe over couscous, pasta, rice, salad, and more.
Thai Noodle Soup with Shrimp & Pumpkin
This soup can be made up to two days ahead, but be sure to store the noodles and soup separately. Gently reheat the noodles in the microwave by adding a few splashes of water and covering them with a damp paper towel.
Summer Orzo With Shrimp
Orzo feels a bit lighter than larger pastas, and is delicious served hot or cold. Succulent shrimp and summer vegetables make this dish feel especially fresh.
Jumbo Shrimp with Bok Choy
Stir-fry plump shrimp and fresh bok choy in a citrus-soy glaze—and have dinner for four ready in just 15 minutes!
Broiled Shrimp Vermouth
The secret to casual entertaining at home? A cocktail buffet filled with finger food. These Asian-inspired shrimp skewers are the perfect appetizer-on-a-stick recipe for your next dinner party.
Ginger-Garlic Shrimp and Grits
Shrimp are marinated in soy, miso, and garlic for an Asian-inspired twist on a Southern favorite.
Tamarind-Glazed Shrimp Tacos
These shrimp tacos save 444 calories and 45 grams of fat per serving, compared with typical beef tacos in flour tortillas with guacamole, sour cream, and Cheddar.
Fried Shrimp Po' Boys
A Louisiana favorite, the po' boy can be make with any number of ingredients, but shrimp are a light, sweet contrast to hot sauce and crispy fried breading.
Poblano-Corn Chowder with Grilled Shellfish
Stay healthy with this simple low-fat grilled shellfish with yummy poblano-corn chowder.
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