Saganaki Shrimp

Saganaki Shrimp is a delightful Greek dish featuring succulent shrimp sautéed with aromatic herbs and a tangy feta cheese topping. This dish is perfect for a quick, high-protein dinner that captures the essence of Mediterranean flavors.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Garlic (minced) - 3 cloves
• Cherry tomatoes (halved) - 200 grams
• Feta cheese (crumbled) - 100 grams
• Oregano (dried) - 1 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley (chopped) - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, and cook for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink.
4. Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and dried oregano, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes are softened.
5. Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the lemon juice over the shrimp and tomatoes.
6. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top and return to low heat for 1-2 minutes to warm the cheese slightly.
7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 220 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, promoting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, supporting heart health.

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