Greek Shrimp Bowl Mediterranean Style (Print View)

Grilled shrimp meets Mediterranean vegetables in this vibrant, satisfying bowl featuring feta and zesty dressing.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Shrimp Marinade

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 garlic clove, minced
04 - 1 tsp dried oregano
05 - ½ tsp salt
06 - ¼ tsp black pepper
07 - Juice of ½ lemon

→ Salad Components

08 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
09 - 1 cup cucumber, diced
10 - ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
11 - ⅓ cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved
12 - ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
13 - 2 cups mixed greens, optional

→ Lemon Olive Oil Dressing

14 - 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
15 - 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
16 - 1 tsp dried oregano
17 - ½ tsp honey
18 - Salt and pepper to taste

# Method:

01 - Combine shrimp, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, pepper, and lemon juice in a bowl. Allow to marinate for 10 to 15 minutes.
02 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side until opaque and lightly charred. Transfer to a plate.
03 - Combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, feta cheese, and mixed greens in a large mixing bowl.
04 - Whisk together extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, dried oregano, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
05 - Drizzle half of the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
06 - Divide dressed salad among four serving bowls. Top each bowl with grilled shrimp and drizzle with remaining dressing.
07 - Serve immediately. Garnish with additional crumbled feta or fresh herbs as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in 30 minutes flat, yet tastes like you've been cooking all afternoon.
  • The warm grilled shrimp against cool, crisp vegetables creates this perfect temperature contrast that wakes up your mouth.
  • You can prep everything ahead and assemble right before eating, making it ideal for feeding a crowd without stress.
02 -
  • Overgrilled shrimp turn into rubber, so watch the clock carefully—the moment they're opaque with just a hint of char is perfection, one minute more and they're ruined.
  • If your cucumber releases water by the time you serve, the whole bowl gets soggy; cut it fresh or store it separately and add it at the last second.
03 -
  • Pat your shrimp completely dry before marinating; any excess moisture will create steam on the grill instead of that beautiful char you're after.
  • Make the dressing the night before so the oregano has time to bloom and the flavors deepen, then bring it to room temperature before serving.
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