Garlic Butter Shrimp with Sautéed Veggies & Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Indulge in a delightful meal with Garlic Butter Shrimp with Sautéed Veggies & Creamy Mashed Potatoes. This vibrant dish is the perfect blend of succulent shrimp, colorful sautéed vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes, making it an excellent choice for any occasion—be it a cozy family dinner or an impressive gathering with friends. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, this recipe is quick and easy yet packed with rich flavors and nutrition. Serve it up for a satisfying experience that pleases both the palate and the eyes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing and Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium potatoes (peeled & cubed)
- 10–12 medium shrimp (peeled & deveined)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 yellow bell pepper (diced)
- 1 green bell pepper (diced)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Salt & black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- For the mashed potatoes, boil the cubed potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 12-15 minutes). Drain and mash with butter, milk, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- In a skillet, heat 1 tsp olive oil over medium heat. Sauté broccoli and bell peppers for about 4-5 minutes until tender yet vibrant. Season with salt and pepper.
- In another skillet, melt remaining butter with 1 tsp olive oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds before adding shrimp, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and slightly golden.
- Assemble by placing mashed potatoes on one side of the plate and arranging shrimp and veggies on the other.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 175mg