15 minutes is all you need to make this Quick Shrimp Pasta with Garlic Feta Sauce. The shrimp is a burst of garlic, paprika, and oregano and served on a bed of pasta tossed in garlic, olive oil and feta cheese for a fresh taste of the Mediterranean!
Even though it’s warm outside, pasta dinners always find their way to my dinner table. Today’s Quick Shrimp Pasta with Garlic Feta Sauce is zesty and light yet very comforting.
WHY SHRIMP PASTA
It’s fast. This simple recipe for Shrimp pasta is like my go-to for quick dinners. This delicious shrimp pasta platter takes 15 minutes start to finish, and it’s worth every single one 🙂
It’s flavorful. The shrimp is a burst of garlic, paprika, and oregano and served over pasta tossed in garlic, olive oil and feta cheese for a fresh taste of the Mediterranean!
HOW TO MAKE SHRIMP SCAMPI PASTA
The saucy part of the sauce is not really a sauce. It’s more of a toss and go. So rather than cooking and simmering a sauce for the pasta, I love to simply sautee garlic in olive oil.
After that, I add in the pasta with a half cup of the pasta water. If you don’t want to be this exact, simply don’t strain the pasta completely, just remove it with bits of water clinging to it.
Add the pasta with its’ water to the garlic mixture and then sprinkle some feta cheese over it. The feta will slowly melt into the pasta, creating a slightly salty, super refreshing sauce. And just like that, pasta with sauce is done.
HOW TO COOK SHRIMP FOR PASTA
Finally the shrimp. Nothing fancy, but seriously delicious Mediterranean flavors here: garlic, oregano, paprika, and lemon juice. Simply sear the shrimps on very high heat (or grill them!) for 5 minutes in total. Serve the succulent shrimp over the pasta and sprinkle some fresh herbs, lemon zest, extra feta, and chili flakes if you like a little heat!
Make this quick and easy shrimp pasta for a fresh summer meal with a Mediterranean flare, and get all the pasta comfort you crave! 🙂
MORE GREAT SHRIMP RECIPES
For more shrimp recipes, make sure to check out this 10 Minute Greek Cheese Tortellini recipe, my Grilled Shrimp Chimichurri as well as this Shrimp Salad With Avocado Dressing, and my  Shrimp Salad Recipe With Lentils Avocados And Shallot Vinaigrette.
TIPS FOR SUCCESS
- When sauteeing the garlic, make sure it doesn’t turn brown. This would make it taste bitter.
- Cook the pasta according to the instructions on the package but start checking it 2 minutes early to avoid overcooking.
- Feel free to use smoked Spanish paprika in this recipe for more depth of flavor and a sweet and smoky note.
SERVE SHRIMP PASTA RECIPE WITH THESE
A good crusty bread or garlic bread will pair nicely with the shrimp pasta and doesn’t take any time at all. You can also serve it with a fresh garden salad. I think it makes a lovely meal all by itself.
FAQ
How do I season shrimp for pasta?
Add seasonings such as garlic, paprika and oregano directly to the shrimp with salt and pepper before you sauté the shrimp. Then add a squeeze of lemon juice to finish it off.
What is shrimp scampi?
This simply refers to shrimp in a garlic sauce over pasta.
What pasta goes with shrimp scampi?
We used a simple spaghetti. Fettucini or angel hair also both traditional choices for scampi sauce but honestly you can use any boxed pasta you enjoy. You can’t go wrong.
How much shrimp per person in pasta?
You should prepare five to six shrimp per person for shrimp scampi pasta.
Is shrimp pasta healthy?
Shrimp and garlic are both very good for you. This light Mediterranean meal has a lot of healthy nutrients so as long as you aren’t watching carbs this is a reasonably healthy meal.
How long does shrimp pasta last in the fridge?
One or two days in an airtight container.
MORE PASTA RECIPES
- Fall Baked Pasta with Roasted Pumpkin, Kale and Mushrooms
- Broccoli Pesto – Healthy Pasta Recipe
- Healthy Kale Squash Mushroom Pasta
- Summer Pasta Salad Platter With Sweet Tea Dressing
Quick Shrimp Pasta with Garlic Feta Sauce
15 minutes is all you need to make this Quick Shrimp Pasta with Garlic Feta Sauce. The shrimp is a burst of garlic, paprika, and oregano and served on a bed of pasta tossed in garlic, olive oil and feta cheese for a fresh taste of the Mediterranean!
Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 lbs shrimp any size you prefer, I used 15-21 peeled and deveined
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 lemon
For the Pasta:
- 2 lbs pasta 1 box
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic large cloves minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/3 cup feta cheese
Assembly (optional):
- 1/4 cup herbs chopped
- 1/3 cup feta crumbled
- Chilli flakes
Instructions
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Cook the pasta according to the package directions. In the meantime toss the shrimp with all the spices and lemon juice, and saute them over high heat in a nonstick skillet for 5 minutes. Set aside.
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In another skillet, saute the garlic and olive oil for the pasta and then add in the cooked pasta to the skillet with about 1/2 cup of the pasta water and the feta cheese. Toss to create a sauce.
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Serve the pasta and top with the shrimp, then sprinkle any additional toppings over it. Enjoy 🙂
Recipe Notes
- When sauteeing the garlic, make sure it doesn’t turn brown. This would make it taste bitter.Â
- Cook the pasta according to the instructions on the package but start checking it 2 minutes early to avoid overcooking.
- Feel free to use smoked Spanish paprika in this recipe for more depth of flavor and a sweet and smoky note.Â
Natalie
Oh wow, this looks really delicious. I love easy and tasty pasta recipes and this recipe came just in right time. I was just looking for some pasta dish to put on my weekly menu. I can’t wait to give this a try.
Swathi
That quick shrimp pasta looks delicious I agree with you garlic feta sauce is die for. I like this kind simple at the same time flavor rich one.
Uma Srinivas
Garlic flavored pasta is my favorite. Nicely plated and captured. I will Pass this recipe to my friend, she likes shrimp.
Cheese Curd In Paradise
This is so beautiful, and how can you go wrong with garlic feta sauce! It sounds like the perfect match for shrimp and pasta!
Jo
Shrimp and pasta, what can go wrong with this amazing dish. And with feta it’s really a treat to have such meals any day. Looks amazingly delicious!
Danielle
15 minutes is all it takes? Marvelous pasta and shrimp-boosted, too! I have been using oregano a lot lately, and it is amazing how big of a difference it can make to a dish. Super excited to try this pasta! 🙂