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Mediterranean Shrimp & Feta

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  • Author: lilly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

A vibrant Mediterranean dish featuring succulent shrimp cooked with feta cheese and sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for sharing with friends and family.


Ingredients

  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • Fresh parsley for garnish


Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for one minute, until fragrant.
  3. Incorporate the shrimp into the skillet and cook until they turn pink and opaque, approximately three to four minutes.
  4. Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
  5. Cook for an additional two minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  6. Remove the skillet from heat and top with crumbled feta cheese.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley, then serve warm.

Notes

For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes. Fresh herbs can be substituted for dried for a burst of flavor.