Imagine a dish that transports you straight to the sun-drenched shores of Greece with just one bite! This Georges Broiled Shrimp with Greek Salad is not just a meal, it's a culinary adventure that combines succulent, perfectly charred shrimp with a vibrant, fresh salad that will make your taste buds dance. Whether you're looking to impress dinner guests or treat yourself to a restaurant-quality meal at home, this recipe promises to deliver an explosion of Mediterranean flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Greek
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- Shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Olive oil
- Lemon juice
- Garlic, minced
- Salt
- Pepper
- Tomatoes, diced
- Cucumber, diced
- Red onion, sliced
- Feta cheese, crumbled
- Black olives
- Oregano
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp marinade by combining olive oil, minced garlic, half of the lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
- Add peeled and deveined shrimp to the marinade, ensuring each piece is evenly coated. Let marinate for 10 minutes at room temperature.
- Preheat the broiler in your oven to high heat, positioning the rack about 4-5 inches from the heat source.
- While shrimp marinates, prepare the Greek salad by combining diced tomatoes, cucumber, sliced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, and black olives in a large mixing bowl.
- Sprinkle dried oregano over the salad and drizzle with remaining lemon juice. Gently toss to combine and set aside.
- Arrange marinated shrimp on a broiling pan or baking sheet lined with aluminum foil, spreading them in a single layer.
- Broil shrimp for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and develop slight charred edges.
- Remove shrimp from broiler and let rest for 2 minutes.
- Plate the Greek salad and arrange broiled shrimp on top or alongside the salad.
- Optionally, drizzle with additional olive oil and sprinkle extra oregano before serving.
Tips
- Marination is Key: Don't rush the marinating process. Let the shrimp sit in the olive oil and garlic mixture for a full 10 minutes to absorb maximum flavor.
- Broiler Positioning: Ensure your oven rack is 4-5 inches from the heat source for even, quick cooking that prevents overcooking the delicate shrimp.
- Single Layer Technique: When arranging shrimp on the broiling pan, make sure they're in a single layer without overcrowding to achieve those perfect charred edges.
- Freshness Matters: Use the freshest shrimp and vegetables you can find. The quality of ingredients will significantly impact the final taste.
- Serving Suggestion: For an extra touch of authenticity, serve with warm pita bread or a crusty Greek-style bread to soak up the delicious juices.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 180mg
