This is the easiest way to make shrimp you’ll ever find. They’re juicy, full of flavor, healthy, ready in 10 minutes, and foolproof. It’s a perfect recipe for a no-fuss party appetizer, an easy lunch, or a perfect clean-eating weeknight dinner. The dip is a creamy mix of basil and green onions with lemon juice and garlic for added flavor. It’s a nice change-up from standard cocktail sauce, it’s green so it feels healthy, works great as a veggie dip or as salad dressing. You can double the recipe and stash it for a week in the fridge. Dipping the warm, sweet, plump shrimp into the cool, creamy dip is a perfect flavor and texture contrast.
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time10 minutesmins
Total Time15 minutesmins
Course: 30-Minute Meals
Keyword: basil, dip, garlic, gluten-free, Greek yogurt, Green Goddess Dip, Green Goddess Dressing, green onions, mayonnaise, roasted shrimp, shrimp, sour cream
Calories: 645kcal
Author: Averie Sunshine
Ingredients
Shrimp
1poundlarge raw shrimp12-15 count ideal, 16-20 count okay, peeled and deveined with tail on
1tablespoonolive oil
salt and pepperto taste
Green Goddess Dip
½cupmayonnaiselite okay
4scallionstrimmed and roughly chopped (use white and green)
½cupfresh basil leavesabout 12 to 15 large leaves
2tablespoonslemon juice
1teaspoonsaltor to taste
½teaspoonpepperor to taste
¼teaspoongarlic powder
½cupplain Greek yogurtI use 0% fat; sour cream including lite versions may be substituted
Instructions
Shrimp – Preheat oven to 400F. Place shrimp on a baking sheet (I line with foil for easy cleanup), drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss with your hands to evenly coat.
Bake for about 7 to 10 minutes, or until just pink, firm, and cooked through; don’t overbake. Baking time will vary based on size of shrimp. While shrimp are baking, make the dip.
Dip – To the canister of a food processor, add the mayo, scallions, basil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, garlic, and blend on high speed until combined, about 1 minute.
Add the Greek yogurt and blend until combined. Taste, check for seasoning balance, and make any necessary adjustments (more salt, pepper, garlic, lemon, etc.). Transfer to a bowl and serve with shrimp. Dip will keep airtight in the fridge for up to 1 week (make a double-batch and use as a veggie dip or salad dressing). Shrimp are best warm and fresh but will keep airtight in the fridge for up to 3 days.