Seafood Saganaki

Seafood Saganaki is a delightful Greek appetizer featuring succulent seafood cooked in a rich tomato sauce, topped with melted cheese. This dish is perfect for sharing and brings the flavors of the Mediterranean to your table.

Ingredients

• Shrimp - 200 grams, peeled and deveined
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Tomato - 200 grams, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1, diced
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and diced red bell pepper to the skillet, sautéing for about 3 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in the diced tomatoes, dried oregano, and black pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
4. Add the shrimp to the skillet, cooking for about 5-7 minutes until they turn pink and are cooked through.
5. Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese evenly over the seafood.
6. Place the skillet under a preheated broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
7. Remove from the oven, drizzle with lemon juice, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 27 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from shrimp, promoting heart health.
• High in protein, aiding in muscle repair and maintenance.

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