Roasted Shrimp with Champagne-Shallot Sauce

Gluten Free
Health score
5%
Roasted Shrimp with Champagne-Shallot Sauce
45 min.
8
347kcal

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Imagine hosting an elegant dinner party where every dish tells a story. Our Roasted Shrimp with Champagne-Shallot Sauce is not just a meal; it's an experience that will dazzle your guests and make any gathering memorable. With its delightful combination of succulent shrimp and a rich, buttery sauce flavored with champagne and shallots, this gluten-free dish is the perfect centerpiece for your lunch or dinner table.

The magic begins with the aromatic blend of fresh thyme and zesty lemon peel, which infuses the shrimp with vibrant flavors. As the shrimp roast to perfection in the oven, their shells crisp while the meat becomes tender and juicy, enticing everyone with its mouthwatering aroma. Paired with Blue Lake green beans tossed in lemon and thyme, this dish is a feast for both the eyes and the palate.

Not only is this recipe a culinary triumph, but it also accommodates your health-conscious guests, with each serving coming in at just 347 calories. Perfect for a special occasion or a lavish weeknight dinner, our Roasted Shrimp with Champagne-Shallot Sauce is sure to impress. So, gather your friends and family, pour some champagne, and prepare for an unforgettable dining experience!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup butter diced room temperature (1 stick)
  • cups brut champagne 
  • 3.5 teaspoons thyme leaves fresh divided chopped
  • servings lake green beans blue with lemon and thyme
  • 2.3 teaspoons lemon zest divided finely grated
  • 3.5 tablespoons olive oil plus additional for brushing
  • tablespoons parsley fresh italian chopped
  • 0.5 cup shallots minced
  • 2.8 pounds shrimp deveined uncooked peeled per pound), , , tails left intact

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Simmer Champagne and shallots until reduced to 1/2 cup, about 25 minutes. do ahead Sauce base can be made 2 days ahead. Cover; chill in pan.
  2. Combine 3 1/2 tablespoons oil, shrimp, 2 1/2 teaspoons thyme, and 1 3/4 teaspoons lemon peel in large bowl; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss. DO AHEAD Can be made 2 hours ahead; cover and chill, tossing occasionally.
  3. Position 1 rack in bottom third and 1 rack in top third of oven. Preheat to 450°F.
  4. Brush 2 heavy large rimmed baking sheets with oil. Arrange shrimp on sheets. Roast until opaque, 6 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, bring sauce base to simmer; remove from heat.
  6. Whisk in butter in 4 additions.
  7. Whisk in remaining 1 teaspoon thyme and 1/2 teaspoon lemon peel. Season with salt.
  8. Arrange green beans on large platter; top with shrimp. Spoon some sauce over; sprinkle with parsley.
  9. Serve, passing remaining sauce separately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories347kcal
Protein40.12%
Fat50.89%
Carbs8.99%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.38
Glycemic Load
1.74
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
12.287391223337%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
2.18mg
Luteolin
0.49mg
Kaempferol
0.26mg
Myricetin
0.22mg
Quercetin
1.5mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:346.52kcal
17.33%
Fat:18.59g
28.59%
Saturated Fat:8.33g
52.07%
Carbohydrates:7.38g
2.46%
Net Carbohydrates:5.21g
1.89%
Sugar:3.68g
4.08%
Cholesterol:281.54mg
93.85%
Sodium:286.77mg
12.47%
Alcohol:3.78g
100%
Alcohol %:1.56%
100%
Protein:32.97g
65.93%
Vitamin K:44.85µg
42.71%
Phosphorus:377.28mg
37.73%
Copper:0.67mg
33.7%
Magnesium:79.6mg
19.9%
Potassium:644.23mg
18.41%
Vitamin A:860.73IU
17.21%
Zinc:2.37mg
15.79%
Calcium:140.07mg
14.01%
Vitamin C:11.35mg
13.76%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.5%
Iron:2.05mg
11.37%
Vitamin E:1.45mg
9.68%
Fiber:2.17g
8.69%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.29%
Folate:26.18µg
6.54%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.5%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.75%
Vitamin B3:0.53mg
2.65%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.92%
Selenium:0.77µg
1.1%
Source:Epicurious