Baked Shrimp with Feta Cheese

Delight your taste buds with this Mediterranean-inspired Baked Shrimp with Feta Cheese, a quick and flavorful one-pan dish perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Succulent shrimp are nestled in a rich tomato sauce infused with garlic, oregano, and a touch of heat from red pepper flakes, then topped with creamy, tangy feta cheese. Baked to perfection in just 25 minutes, this dish is both hearty and elegant. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with zesty lemon wedges and crusty bread for scooping up every drop of the luscious sauce, it’s a true crowd-pleaser. This easy shrimp recipe is a low-carb, protein-packed, and gluten-free option sure to become a favorite in your repertoire. Perfect for fans of Mediterranean cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 15 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 6 ounces crumbled feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 4 lemon wedges
• 0 crusty bread (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large ovenproof skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, being careful not to burn it.

Step 5

Add the crushed tomatoes, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Simmer the tomato mixture for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it slightly thickens.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from the heat and gently stir in the raw shrimp, ensuring they are evenly coated in the sauce.

Step 8

Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese evenly over the shrimp and sauce.

Step 9

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and fully cooked through.

Step 10

Remove the skillet from the oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Step 11

Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for added zest and crusty bread to soak up the sauce, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1270 grams (1270.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1266

Total Fat 41.10g	53%
Saturated Fat 25.30g	127%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 1009mg	336%
Sodium 5314mg	231%
Total Carbohydrate 77.00g	28%
Dietary Fiber 11.90g	43%
Total Sugars 24.30g
Protein 152.00g	304%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1131mg	87%
Iron 8mg	43%
Potassium 2997mg	64%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.8%

Protein: 47.3%

Carbs: 24.0%