Marinated Shrimp and Artichokes

Elevate your appetizer game with this vibrant recipe for Marinated Shrimp and Artichokes! Featuring tender, succulent shrimp blanched to perfection and combined with tangy artichoke hearts, this dish soaks up a zesty marinade made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey for balance. A sprinkling of fresh parsley and the optional kick of red pepper flakes add depth and color to this irresistible creation. Perfectly chilled, this dish is ideal for entertaining or as a light, refreshing side. Ready in under 30 minutes of prep and marinated to perfection, it's a flavorful and healthy crowd-pleaser your guests will rave about!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 14 oz canned artichoke hearts (quartered)
• 0.3333333333333333 cup olive oil
• 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp honey
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 4 cups water
• 1 whole lemon (sliced for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and blanch the shrimp for 2-3 minutes, or until they turn pink and are fully cooked. Do not overcook. Drain and set aside to cool.

Step 2

Drain and rinse the canned artichoke hearts. Pat them dry using a paper towel and set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes to create the marinade.

Step 4

Add the cooked shrimp and artichoke hearts to the bowl with the marinade. Toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.

Step 5

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld together. For best results, marinate for up to 3 hours.

Step 6

Before serving, sprinkle the marinated shrimp and artichokes with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor. Garnish with lemon slices if desired.

Step 7

Serve chilled as an appetizer or side dish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2089.5 grams (2089.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1451

Total Fat 78.10g	100%
Saturated Fat 12.10g	61%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.10g
Cholesterol 857mg	286%
Sodium 3071mg	134%
Total Carbohydrate 73.50g	27%
Dietary Fiber 24.40g	87%
Total Sugars 14.80g
Protein 119.70g	239%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 511mg	39%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 2141mg	46%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.6%

Protein: 32.4%

Carbs: 19.9%