Description
A Flavorful Delight of Baked Feta Shrimp and Tomatoes, perfect for a savory meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 block (8 oz) feta cheese
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1⁄4 cup olive oil
- 4 cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1⁄2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1⁄2 teaspoon honey (optional)
- 1 baguette or crusty bread, sliced (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a baking dish, arrange the block of feta cheese in the center. Surround the feta with the halved cherry tomatoes.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the feta and tomatoes.
- Sprinkle the minced garlic, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes (if using) evenly over the dish. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the feta is soft and the tomatoes are blistered.
- While the feta and tomatoes are baking, season the shrimp with salt, pepper, and a bit of olive oil.
- After 20 minutes, remove the dish from the oven and stir the tomatoes and garlic mixture around the feta. Then, place the seasoned shrimp on top of the feta and tomatoes.
- Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Once done, remove the dish from the oven and drizzle the fresh lemon juice and honey (if using) over the shrimp. Sprinkle with lemon zest and fresh parsley for a burst of freshness.
- Serve with slices of crusty baguette or bread for dipping into the flavorful sauce.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the spices according to your taste preferences.
- For a complete meal, serve this dish with a side salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 270mg