Best 11 Greek Style Shrimp Recipes

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In the vibrant culinary landscape of Greece, seafood takes center stage, and shrimp, with its succulent texture and delicate flavor, holds a special place. Greek-style shrimp dishes are renowned for their aromatic blend of herbs, tangy citrus, and the freshness of the sea. Whether you're seeking a quick and easy appetizer or a flavorful main course, this article will guide you through the art of preparing exceptional Greek-style shrimp, offering a variety of recipes that showcase the diverse culinary traditions of Greece.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

GREEK STYLE PASTA WITH SHRIMP AND FETA



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Make and share this Greek Style Pasta With Shrimp and Feta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Papa D 1946-2012

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups canned whole tomatoes in puree
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 lb pasta (linguine)
1 lb medium shrimp
1/2 cup pitted black olives (chopped)
1 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  • Cut onion into thin slices and mince garlic cloves.
  • In a large skillet, warm the olive oil over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Add the onion and garlic and cook until the mixture is golden, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes, oregano, basil and pepper, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat , breaking up the tomatoes with a spoon. Reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, while you cook the pasta and prepare the shrimp.
  • Add the pasta to the boiloing water and cook until al dente 10 to 12 minutes, or according to package directions .
  • Shell and devein the shrimp.
  • Uncover the sauce and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp, reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer for 3 minutes.
  • Add the olives and half the feta cheese and stir to combine.
  • Drain the pasta and serve topped with the shrimp and sauce. Garnish each serving with remaining feta cheese.

GREEK-STYLE PASTA WITH SHRIMP



Greek-Style Pasta with Shrimp image

Categories     Pasta     Shellfish     Sauté     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Feta     Shrimp     Artichoke     Summer     Bon Appétit     Small Plates

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup olive oil
4 teaspoons minced garlic
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled, deveined
1 1/2 cups drained canned artichoke hearts, chopped
1 1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup chopped seeded tomatoes
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh oregano or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried
12 ounces angel hair pasta or linguine

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds. Add shrimp and sauté until almost cooked through, about 2 minutes. Add artichokes, feta, tomatoes, lemon juice, parsley and oregano and sauté until shrimp are cooked through, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain. Transfer pasta to large bowl.
  • Add shrimp mixture to pasta and toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.

GREEK-STYLE SHRIMP PASTA WITH KALE



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This pasta is so packed with vegetables and shrimp that it's a complete, satiating meal-despite using half the normal serving size of noodles.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Healthy     Quick and Healthy     Pasta     Shrimp     Garlic     White Wine     Tomato     Kale     Feta     Dinner     Winter

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 teaspoons chopped oregano
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, plus more
8 ounces medium shell pasta
1 large bunch of curly kale, stems removed, torn into bite-sized pieces (about 10 cups)
1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled, deveined
2 1/2 ounces crumbled feta (about 1/2 cup)

Steps:

  • Pour tomatoes into a fine-mesh sieve set over a medium bowl. Shake to release as much juice as possible, then let tomatoes drain in sieve, collecting juices in bowl, until ready to use.
  • Heat 2 Tbsp. oil in a large Dutch oven or other large heavy pot over high. Add drained tomatoes and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until they begin to caramelize, about 12 minutes. Add wine and cook, scraping up browned bits, until reduced by half, about 1 minute. Add collected tomato juices, oregano, red pepper, and 1 1/2 tsp. salt and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until very al dente, 3 minutes less than package directions. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta cooking liquid.
  • Working in batches, add kale to tomato sauce, stirring after each addition, until all kale is wilted. Using a spider or slotted spoon, transfer pasta to pot with sauce. Add shrimp, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally and adding pasta cooking liquid if needed to loosen sauce, until pasta is al dente, shrimp are cooked through, and everything is nicely coated in sauce, about 3 minutes.
  • Divide pasta among bowls. Top with feta and drizzle with oil.

GREEK STYLE SHRIMP SCAMPI AND LINGUINI



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 27m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound linguini
Salt
1 pound medium to large shrimp deveined and peeled, tails removed
Pepper
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
Couple pinches red pepper flakes
1/2 lemon, zested and juiced
2 sprigs oregano, finely chopped
Handful pitted kalamata olives, chopped
1/2 cup white wine, eyeball it
1/2 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 cup feta cheese crumbles

Steps:

  • Place a large pot of water on the stove to boil. Salt water and cook pasta to al dente.
  • Season the shrimp with salt and pepper.
  • While the pasta water comes to a boil, heat extra-virgin olive oil in a deep skillet with garlic. When garlic is brown, remove and reserve. Add shrimp and cook 3 to 4 minutes. Add red pepper flakes, lemon zest, oregano, olives, and wine and cook together a couple of minutes more. Remove from heat. Add a ladle of starchy pasta cooking water to sauce and some lemon juice. Remove the sauce from the heat. Drain pasta and add to the skillet. Let pasta soak in juices for a minute then toss with parsley and feta. Use tongs to pull pasta from skillet, giving it a turn to twist in as many ingredients as possible. Then, use the tongs to remove and arrange the shrimp and ingredients that may remain in the pan, distributing them evenly among the portions.

GREEK-STYLE SHRIMP SALAD ON A BED OF BABY SPINACH



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Grilled shrimp and Greek flavorings (tomato, feta, Kalamata olives, oregano) commingle in a this salad. Thread the shrimp onto skewers, and so they'll grill up moist yet attractively spotty brown, sprinkle them with a little sugar when seasoning them with salt and pepper.

Provided by USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Shrimp Salad Recipes

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound raw shrimp (26 to 30 count), peeled
Olive oil to taste
Salt and pepper to taste
Sugar to taste
2 medium tomatoes, cut into medium dice
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
½ cup pitted and coarsely chopped Kalamata or other black olives
1 teaspoon dried oregano
¼ cup olive oil
4 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1 (10 ounce) package factory-washed baby spinach leaves

Steps:

  • Thread shrimp onto metal skewers (or bamboo ones that have been soaked in water for 15 minutes). Brush both sides with oil and season with salt, pepper and a light sprinkling of sugar.
  • Heat gas grill, with all burners on high, until fully preheated, 10 to 15 minutes. Use a wire brush to clean grill rack, then brush lightly with oil. Close lid and allow to return to temperature. Grill shrimp until fully cooked and spotty brown, about 2 minutes per side.
  • Meanwhile, mix in a medium bowl the tomatoes, cheese, olives, oregano, 2 Tbs. of the olive oil and 2 tsps. of the vinegar. Unthread shrimp and add to bowl. Lightly toss ingredients to coat. Set aside. (Can be made an hour or so ahead.)
  • When ready to serve, drizzle remaining oil, as well as a generous sprinkling of salt and pepper, over spinach in a large bowl. Toss to coat. Add remaining 2 tsps. vinegar; toss again. Divide spinach among 4 large plates. Top with a portion of the shrimp mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422.6 calories, Carbohydrate 12.6 g, Cholesterol 200.6 mg, Fat 28.2 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 30.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 853.4 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

SHRIMP AND FETA GREEK STYLE PIZZA



Shrimp and Feta Greek Style Pizza image

Make and share this Shrimp and Feta Greek Style Pizza recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dale7793

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

homemade or bought pizza dough, uncooked, enough for 1 pizza
1 lb uncooked medium-sized shrimp
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 1/2 ounces crumbled feta cheese
2 teaspoons rosemary, crushed
1 tablespoon cornmeal
4 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
2 garlic cloves, cloves
1/4 cup sliced green onion
2 1/4 ounces sliced olives

Steps:

  • Shell shrimp and set aside.
  • Heat oven to 425°F.
  • Grease 12 inch pizza pan or 13x9-inch pan and sprinkle with cornmeal.
  • Place dough in greased pan and spread to cover the pan and form the base.
  • Bake for 5 minutes until very light brown.
  • Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
  • Heat olive oil in large skillet over med-high heat.
  • Add shrimp and garlic.
  • Cook until shrimp are light pink, about 1 minute.
  • Spoon over the mozzarella cheese.
  • Sprinkle feta cheese, green onions, rosemary and olives over shrimp.
  • Bake at 425°F for 15-20 minutes or until crust is golden brown.

GREEK-STYLE SHRIMP WITH TOMATOES AND FETA-AMERICA'S TEST KITCHEN



Greek-Style Shrimp With Tomatoes and Feta-America's Test Kitchen image

I love America's Test Kitchen and this is one of their TV show recipes, with modifications. I served this dish with fresh, crusty bread.

Provided by Lori Mama

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 40m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails off
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons ouzo (optional)
5 medium garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon grated zest of1 lemon
salt and ground black pepper, to taste
1 small onion, diced medium
1 medium green bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and diced
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained, 1/3 cup juices reserved
1/4 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh parsley
6 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill leaves

Steps:

  • Toss shrimp, 1 tablespoon oil, 1 tablespoon optional ouzo, 1 teaspoon garlic, lemon zest, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper in small bowl until well combined. Set aside while preparing sauce.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in 12-inch skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add onion, green bell pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon salt and stir to combine. Cover skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables release their moisture, 3 to 5 minutes. Uncover and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until moisture cooks off and vegetables have softened, about 5 minutes longer. Add remaining 4 teaspoons garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add tomatoes and reserved juice, wine, and remaining 2 tablespoons ouzo (if using) increase heat to medium-high and bring to simmer. Reduce heat to medium and simmer, stirring occasionally, until flavors have melded and sauce is slightly thickened (sauce should not be completely dry), 5 to 8 minutes. Stir in parsley and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and add shrimp along with any accumulated liquid to pan; stir to coat and distribute evenly. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are opaque throughout, 6 to 9 minutes for extra-large or 7 to 11 minutes for jumbo, adjusting heat as needed to maintain bare simmer. Remove pan from heat and sprinkle evenly with feta. Drizzle remaining tablespoon oil evenly over top and sprinkle with dill.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 772.4, Fat 49.5, SaturatedFat 17.7, Cholesterol 366.1, Sodium 2320.3, Carbohydrate 30.8, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 17.4, Protein 48.7

GREEK-STYLE SHRIMP



Greek-Style Shrimp image

Categories     Tomato     Shrimp     White Wine     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield 2 servings; can be doubled or tripled

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 28-ounce can Italian plum tomatoes, drained, chopped
1/3 cup dry white wine
1 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
3/4 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled, deveined
Salt and freshly ground pepper
Feta and Mint Rice

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 8 minutes. Add tomatoes, wine and oregano. Simmer until thickened, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Add shrimp and stir until opaque, 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with rice.

GREEK STYLE SHRIMP SCAMPI- FROM COOKING LIGHT



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This quick, filling weeknight meal relies on easy-to-find ingredients. Add a spinach mushroom salad to round out the menu

Provided by liz9799

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 ounces angel hair pasta, uncooked
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with basil oregano and garlic, undrained
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
6 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
  • Drain and keep warm.
  • Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add green bell pepper to pan; sauté 1 minute.
  • Add garlic and tomatoes; cook 1 minute.
  • Add black pepper and shrimp; cover and cook 3 minutes or until shrimp are done.
  • Stir in red pepper; remove from heat.
  • Place 1 cup pasta on each of 4 plates.
  • Top each serving with 1 cup shrimp mixture and 1 1/2 tablespoons cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351.4, Fat 8.3, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 191.7, Sodium 408.6, Carbohydrate 35.2, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 2.1, Protein 31.9

GREEK-STYLE SHRIMP AND ORZO SALAD



Greek-Style Shrimp and Orzo Salad image

Enjoy this light summery shrimp salad for a lunch or brunch.

Provided by Daily Inspiration S

Categories     Other Salads

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 c uncooked orzo pasta
FOR THE DRESSING
1 Tbsp fresh oregano, chopped or 1 tsp. dried oregano
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper, coarsely ground
1 clove garlic, minced or pressed
3 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
FOR THE SALAD
1 lb cooked medium shrimp, shelled and deveined
1 medium cucumber, seeded and coarsely chopped
3/4 c crumbled basil and tomato flavored feta cheese
1/4 c onion, finely chopped
1/2 c kalamata olives, pitted
leaf lettuce

Steps:

  • 1. Cook pasta according to pkg. instructions - then drain and rinse with cool water.
  • 2. For the dressing, combine all dressing ingredients and shake well.
  • 3. In a large bowl, combine remaining salad ingredients (shrimp through olives) and gently mix. Stir in orzo and gently mix. Pour dressing over salad mixture; cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
  • 4. To serve, line 4 plates with lettuce leaves (or chopped) and spoon shrimp mixture onto each plate.

GREEK-STYLE SHRIMP WITH TOMATOES AND FETA



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Categories     Shellfish

Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 pounds shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails left on, if desired (see note)
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons ouzo (see note)
5 medium garlic cloves, minced or pressed through garlic press (about 5 teaspoons)
1 teaspoon Grated zest from 1 lemon
Table salt and ground black pepper
1 small onion, diced medium (about 3/4 cup)
1/2 medium red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and diced medium (about ½ cup)
1/2 medium green bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and diced medium (about ½ cup)
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1(28-ounce) can diced tomato, drained, 1/3 cup juices reserved (see note)
1/4 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh parsley leaves
6 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (about 1½ cups) (see note)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill leaves

Steps:

  • 1. Toss shrimp, 1 tablespoon oil, 1 tablespoon ouzo, 1 teaspoon garlic, lemon zest, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper in small bowl until well combined. Set aside while preparing sauce. 2. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in 12-inch skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add onion, red and green bell pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon salt and stir to combine. Cover skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables release their moisture, 3 to 5 minutes. Uncover and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until moisture cooks off and vegetables have softened, about 5 minutes longer. Add remaining 4 teaspoons garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add tomatoes and reserved juice, wine, and remaining 2 tablespoons ouzo; increase heat to medium-high and bring to simmer. Reduce heat to medium and simmer, stirring occasionally, until flavors have melded and sauce is slightly thickened (sauce should not be completely dry), 5 to 8 minutes. Stir in parsley and season to taste with salt and pepper. 3. Reduce heat to medium-low and add shrimp along with any accumulated liquid to pan; stir to coat and distribute evenly. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are opaque throughout, 6 to 9 minutes for extra-large or 7 to 11 minutes for jumbo, adjusting heat as needed to maintain bare simmer. Remove pan from heat and sprinkle evenly with feta. Drizzle remaining tablespoon oil evenly over top and sprinkle with dill. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality shrimp. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish.
  • Clean the shrimp properly. Make sure to remove the heads, tails, and shells. You can also devein the shrimp if you like.
  • Marinate the shrimp before cooking. This will help to infuse them with flavor. You can use a variety of marinades, such as olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs.
  • Cook the shrimp properly. Overcooked shrimp are tough and rubbery. Cook them until they are just opaque and pink. You can cook shrimp in a variety of ways, such as grilling, sautéing, or baking.
  • Serve the shrimp immediately. Shrimp are best served fresh out of the pan. You can garnish them with lemon wedges, herbs, or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

Conclusion:

Greek-style shrimp is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you are grilling them, sautéing them, or baking them, these shrimp are sure to be a hit. With their bold flavors and Mediterranean flair, Greek-style shrimp are a perfect addition to any meal. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy seafood dish, give Greek-style shrimp a try. You won't be disappointed!

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