Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic, Feta, and Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Tender shrimp quickly sautéed in olive oil with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and crumbled feta for a bright, savory dish. This greek-inspired seafood ready in about 16 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, extra virgin olive oil, thinly sliced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 5 cloves, thinly sliced garlic cloves
- 1/3 cup, chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- to taste salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 2: Add 5 thinly sliced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes without moving.
- Step 4: Flip the shrimp and add 1/3 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes, continuing to cook for 2 more minutes until shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
- Step 5: Remove skillet from heat, stir in 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, mixing gently until cheese softens.
- Step 6: Season with 1/4 tsp black pepper and salt to taste, then transfer to a serving dish immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic, Feta, and Sun-Dried Tomatoes take to make?
Total time is about 16 minutes (10 min prep + 6 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic, Feta, and Sun-Dried Tomatoes?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep extra virgin olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic, Feta, and Sun-Dried Tomatoes?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic, Feta, and Sun-Dried Tomatoes for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic, Feta, and Sun-Dried Tomatoes?
Greek seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
