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Easy Mediterranean Sheet Pan Shrimp Recipe with Lemon Feta for Quick Healthy Dinners

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A quick and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired sheet pan shrimp dish with lemon, feta, and fresh herbs, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (wild-caught if possible)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved (optional)
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, dried oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Coat evenly and let sit for 5 minutes.
  3. Halve the cherry tomatoes and pit the Kalamata olives if using. Add them to the shrimp mixture and toss gently to combine.
  4. Spread the shrimp and veggie mixture in a single layer on a rimmed sheet pan, avoiding overcrowding.
  5. Roast in the oven for 8-10 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque and tomatoes are blistered. Check at 8 minutes to avoid overcooking.
  6. Remove the pan from the oven, sprinkle crumbled feta evenly over the shrimp and tomatoes, and drizzle fresh lemon juice on top.
  7. Return to the oven for 2 more minutes to warm the feta slightly without melting it completely.
  8. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately, ideally with warm pita or a side salad.

Notes

Use larger shrimp for best roasting results. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. Add lemon juice at the end for fresh tang. For a dairy-free option, substitute feta with toasted pine nuts. Broil for 1 minute at the end if you want browned feta, but watch carefully to avoid burning. Frozen shrimp can be used if fully thawed and patted dry.

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