Baked Shrimp with Tomatoes and Feta

Baked Shrimp with Tomatoes and Feta is a vibrant Mediterranean-inspired dish that combines tender shrimp, juicy tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and tangy feta cheese in one easy-to-make meal. Bursting with fresh flavors and simple ingredients, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, special occasions, or whenever you’re craving something light yet satisfying. Best of all, it comes together in under 30 minutes, making it an excellent choice for busy cooks.

The beauty of this dish lies in its balance of flavors. Sweet, roasted tomatoes create a rich sauce that complements the delicate shrimp, while feta cheese adds a creamy, salty element that ties everything together. Fresh herbs and garlic enhance the Mediterranean character, creating a meal that feels both comforting and elegant.

To prepare Baked Shrimp with Tomatoes and Feta, start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large oven-safe baking dish, combine halved cherry tomatoes, diced onion, minced garlic, olive oil, oregano, and a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. Toss everything together and roast for about 15 minutes until the tomatoes begin to soften and release their juices.

Remove the dish from the oven and stir gently. Add peeled and deveined shrimp, arranging them evenly throughout the tomato mixture. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top and return the dish to the oven. Bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink, opaque, and fully cooked.

The tomatoes will continue to break down, creating a light and flavorful sauce that coats the shrimp beautifully. The feta softens slightly while maintaining its signature tangy flavor, making every bite rich and delicious.

Before serving, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, basil, or dill and a squeeze of lemon juice for added brightness. This dish pairs wonderfully with crusty bread, rice, couscous, quinoa, or pasta, allowing you to soak up every bit of the flavorful sauce.

Baked Shrimp with Tomatoes and Feta is also a nutritious choice, offering lean protein, healthy fats, and plenty of vitamins from the vegetables. Its fresh ingredients and Mediterranean flavors make it both wholesome and satisfying.

Whether you’re preparing a casual family meal or entertaining guests, Baked Shrimp with Tomatoes and Feta delivers impressive flavor with minimal effort. Simple, colorful, and packed with Mediterranean charm, it’s a recipe you’ll want to make again and again.

Baked Shrimp with Tomatoes and Feta

3.72 from 32 votes

A quick, flavorful baked shrimp dish with juicy tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and briny feta cheese. Everything bakes together until the shrimp are tender and the sauce is bubbly, making it an easy weeknight dinner or impressive appetizer served with crusty bread, rice, or pasta.

Servings 1 people

Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

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Ingredients

  

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• 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
• 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper or to taste
• 4 ounces feta cheese crumbled
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
• In a baking dish, combine the cherry tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat.
• Bake for 10 minutes, until the tomatoes start to soften and release their juices.
• Remove the dish from the oven and nestle the shrimp into the tomato mixture in a single layer.
• Sprinkle the feta evenly over the top and return the dish to the oven.
• Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink, opaque, and just cooked through.
• Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 312kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 32gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 245mgSodium: 780mgPotassium: 520mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 18IUVitamin C: 22mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 12mg

Calories: 312kcal

Meal Type: Dinner

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Keyword: Baked, seafood, shrimp

Cooking Method: Baked

Diet: Paleo

Time: 30-45 Min

Level: Easy

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