Greek Shrimp Mediterranean Bowl (Printable)
Juicy shrimp with fresh Mediterranean vegetables, feta, and lemon-herb dressing in a satisfying bowl.
# What You'll Need:
→ Shrimp & Seasoning
01 - 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
05 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika
06 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
07 - Juice of 1/2 lemon
→ Base
08 - 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa (substitute cauliflower rice for low-carb option)
→ Vegetables
09 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
10 - 1 cup English cucumber, diced
11 - 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
12 - 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
13 - 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, sliced into strips
→ Toppings
14 - 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
15 - 1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
→ Lemon-Herb Dressing
16 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
17 - Juice of 1 lemon
18 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
19 - 1 teaspoon honey
20 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
21 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# How To Make It:
01 - In a mixing bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, paprika, salt, pepper, and lemon juice until evenly coated.
02 - Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until they turn pink and become opaque throughout. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, and chopped dill until smooth and well emulsified. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
04 - Divide the cooked brown rice or quinoa evenly among four serving bowls as the base layer.
05 - Scatter the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, Kalamata olives, and roasted red pepper strips over each bowl. Place the cooked shrimp on top of the vegetables.
06 - Drizzle the lemon-herb dressing generously over each bowl. Finish with crumbled feta cheese and freshly chopped parsley.
07 - Serve the bowls immediately while the shrimp are still warm for the best flavor and texture.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Everything comes together in under 30 minutes but tastes like you spent all day cooking
- The combination of hot seasoned shrimp with cool crisp vegetables creates the most satisfying texture contrast
02 -
- Overcooked shrimp becomes rubbery and sad, so watch them carefully and remove from heat the moment they turn pink
- Letting the shrimp marinate for just 15 minutes while you prep vegetables makes a huge difference in flavor penetration
03 -
- Pat your shrimp completely dry before seasoning to ensure they get a nice sear instead of steaming
- Let the dressed vegetables sit for 10 minutes before assembling to soften slightly and meld flavors