Description
Greek Shrimp Spaghetti is a delightful fusion of fresh flavors that brings the taste of the Mediterranean to your table. This dish features succulent shrimp sautéed with garlic, vibrant cherry tomatoes, and aromatic herbs, all tossed with perfectly cooked spaghetti and finished with a drizzle of lemon juice and crumbled feta. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy dinners, each bite is a celebration of simplicity and taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb shrimp, deveined and tails removed
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook spaghetti until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.
- Sauté the shrimp: In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Add shrimp; cook until pink (3-4 minutes).
- Add tomatoes & herbs: Stir in cherry tomatoes, basil, and parsley; cook until tomatoes soften (2-3 minutes).
- Combine: Toss the cooked spaghetti into the skillet with shrimp mixture. Mix in lemon juice and red pepper flakes; use reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with crumbled feta cheese, and enjoy hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 511
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 923mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 211mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider swapping shrimp for scallops or incorporating spinach. To enhance flavor, marinate shrimp in olive oil, garlic, and herbs prior to cooking.