Shrimp, Tomato & Green Bean Mix
A vibrant, quick-cooked Mediterranean dish featuring succulent shrimp, tender green beans, and juicy cherry tomatoes. Sautéed with olive oil, garlic, and fresh herbs, this dish is light, protein-rich, and perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner. Serve it on its own, with couscous, or over whole-grain pasta for a complete meal.
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 10–12 minutes
Total: 20–22 minutes
Servings:2
Ingredients
250g shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup green beans, trimmed
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp dried oregano or 1 tsp fresh
Salt & black pepper, to taste
Juice of ½ lemon
Fresh parsley or basil, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the vegetables
Trim green beans and halve cherry tomatoes.
Saute shrimp
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
Add shrimp, season with salt, pepper, and oregano.
Cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
Cook green beans & tomatoes
In the same pan, add 1 tbsp olive oil.
Add garlic and saute 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add green beans, saute 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp.
Add cherry tomatoes, cook 2–3 minutes until slightly softened.
Combine & finish
Return shrimp to the pan.
Toss everything together gently.
Squeeze lemon juice over the top and sprinkle with fresh herbs.
Serve
Serve hot as is, or with:
Whole-grain rice
Quinoa
Couscous
Or as a topping for a fresh salad
Tips & Variations
Add capers or olives for extra Mediterranean flavor.
Use zucchini or bell peppers along with green beans for more veggies.
Make it spicier (optional) with a pinch of chili flakes.
Can also bake: toss shrimp and vegetables in olive oil and bake at 200°C (400°F) for 10–12 minutes.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 220
Protein: 25g
Carbs: 10g
Fat: 10g
Fiber: 3g