Coral Reef Shrimp Gruyere (Printable Version)

A vibrant dish featuring pink shrimp, citrus segments, and melted Gruyère, arranged with fresh vegetables.

# Components:

→ Seafood

01 - 1.1 lb large pink shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Citrus

02 - 2 medium oranges, segmented
03 - 1 tsp orange zest
04 - 1 small pink grapefruit, segmented
05 - Juice of 1 lemon

→ Cheeses

06 - 4 oz Gruyère cheese, grated
07 - 1.7 oz ricotta cheese

→ Vegetables & Garnish

08 - 1 small zucchini, thinly sliced into ribbons
09 - 1 small carrot, julienned
10 - 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
11 - 1 tbsp fresh dill, torn

→ Pantry

12 - 2 tbsp olive oil
13 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Set the oven broiler to high heat.
02 - In a bowl, combine shrimp with 1 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper; toss well.
03 - Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook shrimp for 2 minutes per side until opaque and just cooked through, then set aside.
04 - Gently toss orange and grapefruit segments with orange zest and a pinch of salt in a separate bowl.
05 - Steam zucchini ribbons and carrot julienne for 1 to 2 minutes until tender but still crisp.
06 - Arrange steamed vegetables on an oven-safe serving platter to create the coral base.
07 - Nestle sautéed shrimp and citrus segments among the vegetables to create a vibrant layered effect.
08 - Sprinkle grated Gruyère evenly over the arrangement and dot with small spoonfuls of ricotta cheese.
09 - Place the platter under the broiler for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese melts, bubbles, and lightly browns.
10 - Remove from broiler, garnish with chopped chives and torn dill, drizzle remaining olive oil over the top, and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It looks like edible art, but comes together in just 35 minutes with minimal fuss.
  • The combination of sweet citrus, tender shrimp, and molten cheese creates layers of flavor that feel indulgent without being heavy.
  • One broiler moment transforms simple ingredients into something that feels special enough for guests, casual enough for a Tuesday night.
02 -
  • The broiler timing is not forgiving—even thirty seconds too long and your cheese browns into bitter spots. Set a timer and keep your eyes on it.
  • Steaming the vegetables is what keeps them looking vibrant and colorful rather than limp. Don't skip this step or microwave them into submission.
  • Having everything prepped before you start cooking means the last five minutes happen fast and you can actually enjoy building the platter instead of scrambling.
03 -
  • Use an oven-safe platter so you can go straight from stove to broiler without transferring—it keeps everything warm and prevents the vegetables from cooling down before the cheese melts.
  • Have all your components cooked and ready before you even think about arranging the platter. The broiler moment needs to happen fast, so being prepared means you can actually focus on making it beautiful.
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