Saga Naki Shrimp – Skinnytaste

Greek Shrimp Saganaki, shrimp simmered with tomatoes, salty olives and creamy feta cheese. a quick healthy dinner Perfect for busy weeknights!

Saga Grilled Shrimp
If you love shrimp and feta cheese, you’ll love this Mediterranean shrimp recipe! Shrimp Saganaki is a delicious 30-minute meal with shrimp nestled in a vibrant tomato sauce, salty olives, lemon and creamy feta cheese. Mediterranean diet dishes, simple but full of flavour. While this dish is traditionally made in a two-handled pan called a sagani, you don’t need any fancy equipment. I made mine in a regular skillet and it turned out beautifully. That’s the beauty of this recipe – it’s approachable, flexible and absolutely delicious. You’ll love more easy shrimp recipes, shrimp tacos, shrimp grits, and air fryer shrimp.

Ingredients for Saga Grilled Shrimp
Here’s what you need to do. See recipe card below for exact measurements.
- prawnsSkinned and deveined: the star of this dish, tender and juicy when cooked.
- olive oil: Olives and olive oil are staples of the Mediterranean diet and are known for their healthy monounsaturated fats. These fats support heart health and help reduce inflammation.
- onionchopped: Adds a mild, sweet onion flavor to the sauce.
- garlicchopped: Infuses dishes with aromatic, flavorful depth.
- cherry tomatoeshalved: the base of the sauce, bringing sweetness and sourness.
- kalamata oliveshalved: brings a salty, tangy flavor that complements the tomatoes.
- lemon, zest and juice: Brightens the flavor and balances the richness of the sauce.
- fresh dillchopped: adds a fresh, herbaceous flavor to this dish.
- feta cheeseCut into small pieces: Melts slightly into the sauce for a creamy, rich texture.
How to Make Saga-yaki Shrimp
Here are step-by-step instructions for making this easy shrimp roe recipe. See recipe card below for printable instructions.



- Heat olive oil In a deep frying pan. Add scallions and garlic and cook until fragrant; 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add cherry tomatoes and cook Cook until they pop, stirring frequently; 5 to 6 minutes. Add olives and 3/4 cup water; stir and reduce heat to medium-low until thickened and thickened, 2 to 3 minutes.
- nestle shrimp Add tomatoes, cover, and cook until shrimps are pink, about 3 minutes. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice and dill, then top with feta cheese.

Food recommendations
- One of the reasons I love this dish is how versatile it is. Serve it as an appetizer with warm crusty bread or pita bread for dipping.
- Serve it over orzo as a main course. The little pasta soaked up the sauce really well, turning it into a hearty and satisfying meal. For a healthier option, choose whole-wheat orzo or other whole grains like farro or quinoa.
- Serving shrimp saganaki over orzo is a common choice, but to boost its Mediterranean flavor, add a can of drained chickpeas and tomatoes to the skillet for more protein and extra fiber.

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yield: 4 number of copies
Serving size: 1 1/4 cup
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Heat olive oil in a deep frying pan. Add scallions and garlic and cook until fragrant; 2 to 3 minutes.
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Add cherry tomatoes and cook until bursting, stirring frequently; 5 to 6 minutes. Add olives and 3/4 cup water; stir and reduce heat to medium-low until thickened and thickened, 2 to 3 minutes.
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Add the shrimp to the tomatoes, cover and cook until the shrimp are pink, about 3 minutes.
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Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice and dill, then top with feta cheese.
Final step:
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- Serve with orzo or pita bread!
- 1 cup canned chickpeas can be added with olives for extra protein and fiber.
Serve: 1 1/4 cup, Calories: 298.5 kilocalories, carbohydrate: 9 gram, protein: 26.5 gram, Fat: 17.5 gram, Saturated fat: 6.5 gram, cholesterol: 216.5 milligrams, sodium: 1436.5 milligrams, fiber: 1.5 gram, sugar: 3 gram