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Greek Shrimp Saganaki made with shrimp simmered with tomatoes, briny olives and creamy feta. A quick healthy dinner for busy weeknights!
Shrimp Saganaki
If you love shrimp and Feta cheese, you will love this Mediterranean shrimp recipe! Shrimp Saganaki is a great 30 minute meal with shrimp nestled in a vibrant tomato sauce, briny olives, lemon and creamy feta. A Mediterranean diet dish that is simple yet loaded with flavor. While the dish is traditionally prepared in a two-handled pan called a sagani, you don’t need any fancy equipment. I made mine in a regular skillet, and it turned out beautifully. That’s the beauty of this recipe—it’s approachable, flexible, and absolutely delicious. More easy shrimp recipes you will love, Shrimp Tacos, Shrimp and Grits and Air Fryer Shrimp.
Why You’ll Love Making It
- Quick and Easy: This dish comes together in under 30 minutes, making it the perfect dinner for busy weeknights.
- Minimal Equipment: No special pan required! A skillet works just fine.
- Mediterranean Diet-Friendly: This dish aligns beautifully with the principles of the Mediterranean diet, which emphasizes whole, nutrient-dense ingredients, lean proteins, and heart-healthy fats. Feta cheese aligns with the Mediterranean diet’s moderate approach to dairy.
- Dietary Restrictions: High protein, Mediterranean Diet-Friendly, Weight Watcher friendly, Gluten Free, Low-carb
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Shrimp Saganaki Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to make this. See recipe card below for exact measurements.
- Jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined: The star of the dish, tender and juicy when cooked.
- Olive oil: Olives and olive oil, staples of the Mediterranean diet known for their healthy monounsaturated fats. These fats support heart health and help reduce inflammation.
- Shallot, chopped: Adds a mild, sweet onion flavor to the sauce.
- Garlic, chopped: Infuses the dish with aromatic, savory depth.
- Cherry tomatoes, halved: The base of the sauce, bringing sweetness and acidity.
- Kalamata olives, halved: For a briny, tangy kick that complements the tomatoes.
- Lemon, zest and juice: Brightens the flavors and balances the richness of the sauce.
- Fresh dill, finely chopped: Adds a fresh, herbaceous touch to finish the dish.
- Feta cheese, cubed in small pieces: Melts slightly into the sauce for a creamy, tangy finish.
How To Make Shrimp Saganaki
Here’s the step-by-step directions to make this easy shrimp recipe. See recipe card below for printable directions.
- Heat olive oil in a deep skillet. Add shallot and garlic and cook until aromatic; 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add cherry tomatoes and cook until they burst, stirring often; 5 to 6 minutes. Add olives and ¾ cup water; stir and reduce the heat to medium-low until saucy and thickened, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Nestle shrimp into the tomatoes, cover and cook until shrimp are pink, about 3 minutes. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice and dill and top with feta.
Serving Suggestions
- One of the reasons I love this dish is how versatile it is. Serve it as an appetizer alongside warm, crusty bread or pita for dipping.
- As a main dish, serve it over a bed of orzo. The tiny pasta absorbs the sauce beautifully, turning this into a hearty and satisfying meal. For a healthier option, opt for whole-grain orzo or another whole grain like farro or quinoa.
- Serving Shrimp Saganaki over orzo is a common choice, but to boost its Mediterranean credentials add a can of drained chickpeas to the skillet with the tomatoes for more protein and extra fiber.
More Shrimp Recipes You’ll Love
- Cilantro Lime Shrimp
- Blackened Shrimp and Grits
- Shrimp and Andouille Sheet Pan Dinner
- Buffalo Shrimp Lettuce Wraps
- Spicy Thai Shrimp Salad
Shrimp Saganaki
7 Cals:298.5 Protein:26.5 Carbs:9 Fat:17.5 Greek Shrimp Saganaki features shrimp simmered with tomatoes, briny olives and creamy feta. A quick, healthy Mediterranean Diet dinner recipe! Course: Appetizer, Dinner, main dish Cuisine: Mediterranean 
Prep: 15 minutes minsCook: 12 minutes minsTotal: 27 minutes mins Print Rate Pin Save Saved! WW Points Yield: 4 servings Serving Size: 1 ¼ cups 1x2x3x
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ cup shallot, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, chopped
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- ⅓ cup kalamata olives, halved
- 1 ¼ lb jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lemon, zest and juice
- ¼ cup fresh dill, finely chopped
- 6 ounces feta cheese, cubed in small pieces
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a deep skillet. Add shallot and garlic and cook until aromatic; 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add cherry tomatoes and cook until they burst, stirring often; 5 to 6 minutes. Add olives and ¾ cup water; stir and reduce the heat to medium-low until saucy and thickened, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Nestle shrimp into the tomatoes, cover and cook until shrimp are pink, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice and dill and top with feta.
Notes
- Serve with orzo or pita!
- 1 cup of canned chickpeas can be added with the olives for an extra bit of protein and fiber.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 ¼ cups, Calories: 298.5 kcal, Carbohydrates: 9 g, Protein: 26.5 g, Fat: 17.5 g, Saturated Fat: 6.5 g, Cholesterol: 216.5 mg, Sodium: 1436.5 mg, Fiber: 1.5 g, Sugar: 3 g