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Greek Shrimp Spaghetti

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Greek Shrimp Spaghetti is a delightful dish that brings the flavors of the Mediterranean right to your table. Featuring tender shrimp and al dente spaghetti enveloped in a bright, garlicky sauce of fresh tomatoes and feta cheese, this meal is not just easy to prepare but also visually stunning. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, each bite transports you to sun-soaked shores filled with culinary magic.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz spaghetti
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients by chopping garlic and basil.
  2. Boil a large pot of salted water; cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add shrimp and cook until pink (about 3-4 minutes).
  4. Stir in cherry tomatoes, lemon juice, salt, and pepper; cook until tomatoes soften (about 5 minutes).
  5. Toss in drained spaghetti along with reserved pasta water gradually until desired sauce consistency is reached. Mix in feta cheese and basil.
  6. Serve warm garnished with extra feta and basil as desired.
  • Author: Olivia Carter
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 310g)
  • Calories: 460
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 590mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 190mg