Can I use frozen shrimp for this healthy sheet pan meal?

Absolutely, Just thaw them overnight in the fridge or under cold running water first. Pat them extra dry—frozen shrimp tend to hold more moisture, which can make your zucchini soggy if you're not careful.

How do I keep the zucchini from getting mushy?

Two tricks: 1) Don't overcrowd the pan (use two if needed), and 2) Slice zucchini thicker—I swear by ½-inch coins. They'll hold their shape better than thin slices during the quick bake time.

Can I prep this lemon garlic recipe ahead?

Sort of, You can chop zucchini and make the marinade up to 24 hours ahead, but wait to toss with shrimp until right before baking. The acid in the lemon juice starts "cooking" the shrimp if left too long.

No sheet pan—can I use a baking dish?

Sure, but watch the cook time. Deeper dishes trap steam, which can make everything softer. If using glass, reduce oven temp by 25°F to prevent over-browning on the bottom.

30-Minute Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Shrimp & Zucchini Heaven -

Name: 30-Minute Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Shrimp & Zucchini Heaven
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined; 2 medium zucchinis, sliced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 lemon, juiced and zested; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional); 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

30-Minute Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Shrimp & Zucchini Heaven

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A quick and healthy sheet pan meal with lemon garlic shrimp and zucchini. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.

Author: RecipeZest
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 22 mins
Yield: 4 servings
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Diet: Low Calorie

Ingredients

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1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 medium zucchinis, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 lemon, juiced and zested
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a bowl, toss shrimp and zucchini with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Spread the mixture evenly on a sheet pan.
Bake for 10-12 minutes until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
Sprinkle with lemon zest and fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Use fresh shrimp for best results.
Adjust spice level by adding more or less red pepper flakes.
Serve with rice or crusty bread.

Find it online: https://recipeszest.com/sheet-pan-lemon-garlic-shrimp-zucchini-recipe/