Mediterranean Shrimp and Pasta

Submitted by MrsJ492

"This recipe is adapted from Southern Living Annual Recipes. I cannot remember which year. It is one of our favorites."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 5mins
• Ingredients: 14
• Serves: 2

ingredients

• 4 ounces linguine, uncooked
• 1 lb shrimp, unpeeled, medium size (add more to taste)
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil, hot
• 6 plum tomatoes, peeled and chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 1⁄4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 cup kalamata olive, sliced
• 1⁄4 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed (or wine)
• 2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (add more to taste)

directions

1. Cook linguine according to package directions, drain and keep warm.
2. Peel and de-vein shrimp.
3. Cook onion and garlic in oil in a large wok or skillet until tender, stirring often.
4. Stir in the tomato and dried spices (next 4 ingredients).
5. Cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
6. Add shrimp and cook 3 more minutes, stirring occasionally (or until shrimp turn pink). Be careful not to over cook the shrimp.
7. Add the parsley, olives, and lemon juice.
8. Cook until thoroughly heated.
9. Serve over linguine. Sprinkle with feta cheese.

Reviews

[Papa D 1946-2012]

I did scale this down for one serving, my only change would be to use olive oil instead of sesame oil as I feel that didn't blend well with the other ingredients. Other than that this is a good quick meal. Thanks. Made for July's Tag Game ~ Aceitunas ~ Olives."