Naturally low carb and gluten-free, this Mediterranean Sautéed Shrimp is made in 15 minutes and contains peppers, onion, and garlic, with white wine then finished with feta cheese.
My whole family is full of seafood lovers so I always keep a bag of shrimp in the freezer for a busy weeknight dinner (or quick lunch). Lemon Shrimp Pasta with Arugula and Asian Noodle Soup with Shrimp and Wontons are two quick and delicious meals we love to make with shrimp. This 15-minute Mediterranean Sautéed Shrimp is a new one I’ve added to our rotation! Made with peppers, onions, and garlic, it’s cooked in a tomato and white wine sauce and finished with creamy feta.
If you love shrimp as much as we do, try my Lebanese Air Fryer Shrimp next!
Why You’ll Love This Shrimp Recipe
- It is quick and easy to prepare, done in less than 15 minutes!
- It is colorful and bright, and tastes just as good as it looks.
- It is naturally gluten-free, low-carb, and keto friendly!
Ingredients
- Shrimp: I recommend using raw shrimp, but you can use frozen if you’ve thawed and patted them dry ahead of time.
- Onion: I use a white onion as it caramelizes quickly and is slightly sweet.
- Bell peppers: Any flavors work, but I prefer to use red, orange, and yellow peppers for the bright colors and sweeter flavors.
- Tomatoes: Diced tomatoes, fresh or canned, make for the base of a tomato sauce and add umami.
- White wine: Deglazes the pan and adds acidity to the sauce of this dish.
- Feta Cheese: Creamy, salty, and tangy, and very popular in Mediterranean cuisine.
- Herbs and spices: Chili flakes, oregano, garlic, and fresh basil add Mediterranean flavor and dimension to this meal.
How to Make Mediterranean Sautéed Shrimp
Step 1. Clean and devein your shrimp, season with salt and pepper, then sauté in a hot skillet over medium-high heat drizzled with olive oil.
Step 2. Next, sauté the onions and peppers with garlic before adding the shrimp back to the pan.
Step 3. Deglaze the pan by stirring in a little dry white wine such as Pinot Grigio. You can also use chicken broth if you don’t have wine on hand.
Step 4. Stir in tomatoes, oregano, and chili flakes, then finish with crumbling in feta cheese.
Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving, and enjoy your Mediterranean Sautéed Shrimp! Looking for more easy Mediterranean dishes? Be sure to check out my 20 Mediterranean Dinner Recipes!
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More Mediterranean Food
- Mediterranean Chopped Salad
- Greek Brown Rice Salad
- Keftedes (Baked Greek Meatballs)
- Sheet Pan Greek Chicken and Vegetables
- Italian Chicken Pasta with Artichokes
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Mediterranean Sautéed Shrimp
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pound raw shrimp (peeled and deveined )
- salt and pepper (to taste)
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes
- 1 medium onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 bell peppers, any color (seeded and sliced)
- 2 cups diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- ¼ cup dry white wine (such as pinot grigio)
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- fresh basil (optional garnish )
Instructions
- Pre-heat a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Pat shrimp dry with a paper towel and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.1 pound raw shrimp, salt and pepper
- Add olive oil to pan then place shrimp in a single layer. Cook until shrimp are pink, about 3 minutes per side, flipping once; remove from pan, and set aside.1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- To the hot pan, add the sliced onions, peppers, garlic, and another pinch of salt and pepper. Saute until peppers and onions are tender and slightly caramelized, about 7-9 minutes, stirring frequently.1 medium onion, 2 bell peppers, any color, 2 cloves garlic
- Return shrimp to the pan and add white wine. Use a wooden spoon to deglaze the bottom of the pan and continue to heat until alcohol burns off a bit, about 60 seconds.1/4 cup dry white wine
- Stir in tomatoes, oregano and chili flakes if using. Saute for another 2 minutes or until tomatoes are warmed through. Sprinkle with feta cheese and basil before serving.1/2 teaspoon chili flakes, 2 cups diced tomatoes, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese, fresh basil
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