Greek Shrimp tosses plump shrimp into a garlicky tomato sauce. Topped with feta cheese, this gluten-free dish comes together in under 30 minutes for an easy weeknight meal like the Sheet Pan Shrimp. Add noodles and a salad to make this a complete meal fit for company.
Greek Shrimp At A Glance
- 🕒 Total Time: 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 min cook)
- 🍤 Servings: 4
- 🍽️ Cuisine Type: Mediterranean / Greek
- 🍅 Flavor Profile: Garlicky tomato sauce with olive oil, herbs, and briny feta; savory, fresh, and slightly tangy
- 🌿 Dietary Info: Naturally gluten-free; high protein; low carb friendly
- 📦 Storage Notes: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently to avoid overcooking the shrimp
- ⭐ Why You'll Love It: A simple, flavor-forward Mediterranean dish that feels elevated but comes together quickly enough for a weeknight dinner
Save And Summarize This Recipe
Greek shrimp fit right into a lineup of simple Mediterranean mains that rely on fresh ingredients and bold flavor. If seafood is on rotation, my Mediterranean Salmon is just as quick and full of brightness, while Shrimp Scampi offers a lighter, buttery alternative. For something beyond seafood, dishes like Greek Chicken Meatballs bring those same savory, herb-forward flavors to the table.
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To round out the meal, this Greek shrimp pairs well with fresh, simple sides that let the flavors shine. A Chickpea Cucumber Salad adds something hearty, while Roasted Cauliflower With Tahini Sauce keep things light and balanced. For something extra fresh, a Greek Village Salad ties everything together and mirrors the flavors in the dish.
Key Ingredients
You will need the following ingredients to make this shrimp saganaki:
- Shrimp - Use large raw shrimp that are peeled and deveined. I tested this with both tail-on and tail-off, and either works, but tail-off is easier for serving. The most important detail is not to overcook them. They should be just opaque after baking.
- Tomatoes - Fresh tomatoes work beautifully when they are in season, but I tested this multiple ways and found that drained canned tomatoes or even cherry tomatoes give a more consistent flavor year-round. Letting the sauce simmer long enough to thicken makes a noticeable difference in depth. You could even use tomato confit, if you have it on hand, which would give even more depth to the dish.
- Feta Cheese - Use a block of feta and crumble it yourself rather than pre-crumbled. It melts better and has a creamier texture. I tested both, and the block feta gave a richer, more balanced finish without becoming dry or overly salty.
See the recipe card for quantities.
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Variations
- Olives or Capers - Either of these additions would add more of a briny flavor to the base and be delicious.
- Spinach - Add a handful of chopped spinach before baking to get more veggies into this dish.
- Dry Sherry - I like using dry sherry cooking wine. However, you can substitute white wine or lemon juice if you don't want to use sherry.
How To Make Greek Shrimp: Step-By-Step
Here are some quick visual instructions. Remember that full instructions with the exact ingredients are in the printable recipe card:
Step 1: Marinate the shrimp by combining the shrimp with the sherry and the garlic.
Step 2: Add olive oil to a large skillet. Add the onions and cook gently. Drain the shrimp but save the marinade. Add the tomatoes, celery, thyme, basil, marinade from the shrimp, salt, and pepper. Cook gently until thickened.
Step 3: Arrange the shrimp in a baking dish. Top with the shrimp mixture and crumble the feta over the top.
Step 4: Bake for 12-15 minutes until the feta has melted or browned and the shrimp are cooked through.
Gwen's Pro Tip
Taste and adjust the seasonings. Adding a splash of lemon juice or wine just before baking may give this recipe just the right added citrus note.
Greek Shrimp FAQ's
Shrimp saganaki is a Greek dish where the marinated shrimp are tossed into a tangy tomato sauce and topped with feta cheese.
Pita bread, rice, and sides like the Arugula Salad work well but any pilaf would be delicious.
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Gwen
Greek Shrimp With Feta And Tomatoes
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp raw, peeled, tail intact if preferred
- ¼ cup dry sherry cooking wine
- 1 garlic clove crushed
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 medium ripe tomatoes peeled and chopped, or 1 can of diced tomatoes (you can also use cherry tomatoes unpeeled)
- 1 rib celery chopped
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 ounces feta cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350℉.
- Combine the shrimp, sherry, and garlic in a bowl. Marinate for one hour or overnight.1 pound shrimp, ¼ cup dry sherry cooking wine, 1 garlic clove
- Heat the oil in a large skillet.¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Add the onions and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.1 medium onion
- Drain the shrimp, reserving the marinade (used in the next step) and the shrimp separately.
- Add the tomatoes, celery, thyme, basil, marinade from the shrimp (reserve the shrimp for the next step), salt, and pepper. Cook gently until thickened about 15 minutes.2 medium ripe tomatoes, 1 rib celery, ½ teaspoon dried thyme, ½ teaspoon dried basil, ¾ teaspoon kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Arrange the shrimp in a large baking dish. Spoon the tomato sauce over the shrimp. Sprinkle the top with crumbled feta cheese.4 ounces feta cheese
- Bake in the oven for 12-15 minutes until the feta has melted and the shrimp are cooked.
Gwen Wolken says
Delicious!