Best 6 Spaghetti With Shrimp Chickpeas And Feta Recipes

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**Explore a Culinary Symphony of Flavors: Spaghetti with Shrimp, Chickpeas, and Feta - A Mediterranean Delight**

Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our exquisite Spaghetti with Shrimp, Chickpeas, and Feta recipe, where the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean come alive. This delectable dish is a symphony of textures and tastes, featuring succulent shrimp, tender chickpeas, briny feta cheese, and a zesty tomato sauce that will tantalize your taste buds with every bite. Accompanied by two additional variations—a tangy Lemon-Butter Shrimp and Chickpeas recipe and a creamy Feta and Roasted Red Pepper Dip—this article offers a trio of culinary delights that are sure to impress.

**Spaghetti with Shrimp, Chickpeas, and Feta Recipe**

Our signature recipe combines the goodness of spaghetti with succulent shrimp, protein-packed chickpeas, and tangy feta cheese. Tossed in a flavorful tomato sauce, this dish is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.

**Lemon-Butter Shrimp and Chickpeas Recipe**

If you prefer a lighter, yet equally delectable option, our Lemon-Butter Shrimp and Chickpeas recipe is the perfect choice. Succulent shrimp and tender chickpeas are sautéed in a vibrant lemon-butter sauce, creating a delightful balance of tangy and savory flavors.

**Feta and Roasted Red Pepper Dip Recipe**

For a creamy and flavorful appetizer or dip, our Feta and Roasted Red Pepper Dip recipe is an absolute must-try. Roasted red peppers lend a smoky sweetness, while tangy feta cheese and a touch of garlic create a dip that is both rich and addictive.

Whether you're craving a hearty main course, a light and tangy side dish, or a creamy dip, this article has something for every palate. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with our trio of Mediterranean-inspired recipes that are sure to become your new favorites.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SHRIMP SPAGHETTI



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My husband loves shrimp so I created this simple pasta dish for him. Lemon zest adds freshness and I like to sprinkle the spaghetti with basil for color and taste.

Provided by Rita

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Spaghetti Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 ounces spaghetti
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 lemon, zested; zest cut into thin slivers
10 uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 clove garlic, minced
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes.
  • While spaghetti is cooking, heat olive oil in a skillet over low heat. Add lemon zest and cook for 5 minutes. Strain olive oil through a sieve and return to the skillet. Add shrimp and garlic. Cook in the lemony oil, stirring occasionally, until shrimp turns pink, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Drain spaghetti, reserving about 1/2 cup of the cooking water. Add drained spaghetti, reserved cooking water, and basil to the skillet and mix well. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 744 calories, Carbohydrate 85.4 g, Cholesterol 152.1 mg, Fat 29.6 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 31.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 337.6 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

FIRE ROASTED TOMATO AND FETA PASTA WITH SHRIMP



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Linguine pasta and sauteed shrimp are bathed in a basil-flavored fire roasted tomato sauce and sprinkled with feta cheese.

Provided by Amy

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Shrimp

Time 27m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ pound linguine pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
12 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 (14.5 ounce) can fire roasted tomatoes
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
salt and pepper to taste
½ cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the shrimp, and cook until opaque, about 3 to 5 minutes. Pour in the tomatoes and heat through. Season with basil, salt and pepper.
  • Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce, and sprinkle with crumbled feta to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 702.1 calories, Carbohydrate 94.8 g, Cholesterol 110.9 mg, Fat 23.4 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 31.8 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 1353.9 mg, Sugar 11.2 g

SHRIMP AND FETA CHEESE PASTA



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This is a recipe I just kind of fooled around with and made up. When I first tasted it I was proud! I felt like I was eating a meal from a gourmet Italian restaurant!

Provided by JWEARY15

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Shrimp

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon white wine
1 pound linguine pasta
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
1 (6 ounce) package crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a medium skillet over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil. Cook shrimp, garlic and white wine for 5 minutes, or until shrimp is pink. Remove shrimp with slotted spoon and set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • While pasta is cooking, cook tomatoes with remaining 1 tablespoon oil, oregano and basil over medium heat in wine mixture until tender, 10 minutes.
  • Toss hot pasta with shrimp, tomato sauce and feta. Feta will melt slightly. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 603.1 calories, Carbohydrate 75.2 g, Cholesterol 168.2 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 32.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 763.3 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

LEMON SPAGHETTI WITH SHRIMP



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pound spaghetti
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for the pasta water
2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2/3 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus more for topping (optional)
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest (about 1 large lemon)
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 large lemons)
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons capers, fried

Steps:

  • Make the shrimp: In a medium saute pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the shrimp with the salt and pepper; add to the preheated pan in a single layer. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until pink and cooked through. Set aside.
  • Make the pasta: Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, about 8 minutes. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta water. Meanwhile, whisk the olive oil, parmesan and lemon zest and juice in a large bowl to blend.
  • Toss the pasta with the lemon sauce, shrimp and the reserved cooking liquid, adding it 1/4 cup at a time as needed to moisten. Season with the salt and pepper; stir in the basil. Garnish with the fried capers and more parmesan, if desired.

GREEK-STYLE PASTA WITH SHRIMP



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Categories     Pasta     Shellfish     Sauté     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Feta     Shrimp     Artichoke     Summer     Bon Appétit     Small Plates

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup olive oil
4 teaspoons minced garlic
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled, deveined
1 1/2 cups drained canned artichoke hearts, chopped
1 1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup chopped seeded tomatoes
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh oregano or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried
12 ounces angel hair pasta or linguine

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds. Add shrimp and sauté until almost cooked through, about 2 minutes. Add artichokes, feta, tomatoes, lemon juice, parsley and oregano and sauté until shrimp are cooked through, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain. Transfer pasta to large bowl.
  • Add shrimp mixture to pasta and toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.

FETA CHEESE PASTA WITH SHRIMP



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This feta cheese pasta with shrimp and spinach is so easy and delicious. The creamy sauce tastes like it is from a restaurant but is so quick to make. Adapted from the world famous "TikTok Pasta" this recipe is a must-try.

Provided by Roxana Begum

Categories     Main Course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb tomatoes (juicy vine-ripe, diced)
4 garlic cloves (grated, divided)
4 sprigs fresh thyme (divided)
1 teaspoon dried oregano (divided)
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust per taste)
Salt to taste (see note)
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
4 oz block Feta cheese
4 oz Burrata cheese (cut in halves)
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
8 oz ziti pasta
1 pound raw shrimp (large or medium, peeled and deveined)
4 oz baby spinach (or arugula)
1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400ºF. Toss together diced tomatoes, ¼ cup olive oil, ⅔ grated garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, ½ the herbs and spread it in the baking dish.
  • Make a well in the center of tomatoes and place the feta cheese block, burrata cheese halves and sprinkle the parmesan cheese. Drizzle remaining olive oil on the cheese and bake at 400ºF for 30 to 40 minutes until the tomatoes cook and release juices.
  • About 15 minutes after baking time, bring salted water to a rolling boil in a cooking pot. Cook the pasta until al dente stage following the directions on the package. Turn off the heat and add spinach. Drain the pasta with spinach and reserve some pasta water.
  • After complete baking time, remove the baking dish from oven and add remaining herbs, garlic and lemon zest (if using). Using a large and wide spoon, mash the cheeses until smooth and crush the tomatoes very well. Combine it all into a nice sauce.
  • Stir in the shrimp. Bake the sauce for an additional 5 to 6 minutes until shrimp turn opaque. Alternatively, toss shrimp with some olive oil, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper and bake it for 9 to 12 minutes and then use it.
  • Stir in the drained pasta. Add "hot" pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Cup, Calories 323 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Protein 18 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 96 mg, Sodium 526 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, UnsaturatedFat 8 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the overall flavor of the dish.
  • Don't overcook the shrimp. They should be cooked just until they are opaque and pink.
  • Use a good quality feta cheese. This will also make a big difference in the flavor of the dish.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. You can add other vegetables, such as roasted red peppers or zucchini, or you can use a different type of cheese, such as Parmesan or mozzarella.

Conclusion:

Spaghetti with shrimp, chickpeas, and feta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe, give this one a try.

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