Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for pasta with shrimp and feta cheese:
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or your choice)
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta:
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
2. Sauté the Shrimp:
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
3. Add Tomatoes:
- Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes until they soften.
4. Combine Ingredients:
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, along with the reserved pasta water and lemon juice. Toss everything together to combine. If the mixture seems dry, add a bit more pasta water.
5. Add Feta and Parsley:
- Remove the skillet from heat and fold in the crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper, if needed.
6. Serve:
- Plate the pasta and garnish with additional feta and parsley if desired.
Tips
- You can customize this recipe by adding vegetables like spinach or bell peppers.
- For added flavor, consider marinating the shrimp in olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice before cooking.
Enjoy your meal!