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Easy Mediterranean Shrimp Skillet

A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring sautéed shrimp with cherry tomatoes and bell peppers, ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Seafood
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 each red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Lemon wedges (for serving)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by cleaning and peeling the shrimp if needed. Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and dice the bell pepper. Mince the garlic.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced bell pepper and cherry tomatoes. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
  2. Add the minced garlic and dried oregano, stirring together for another minute until aromatic.
  3. Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp is pink and opaque.
Serving
  1. Remove from heat. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. To reheat, warm in a pan over low heat with a splash of water or olive oil.