Description
Baked Prawns with Lemon and Feta is a delightful dish that combines the succulent texture of prawns with the creamy richness of feta cheese. The bright, zesty notes of lemon elevate the flavors, creating a mouthwatering experience that is both refreshing and indulgent.
Ingredients
- Prawns: 1 pound large prawns, peeled and deveined
- Feta Cheese: 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Lemon: 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
- Garlic: 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Olive Oil: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Parsley: 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt: 1 teaspoon sea salt
- Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the prawns, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss until the prawns are well coated.
- Transfer the prawn mixture to a baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the prawns.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the prawns are pink and opaque, and the feta is slightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time; simply marinate the prawns and store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before baking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- For a lighter version, substitute feta with a low-fat cheese or omit it entirely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the dish
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1 gram
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 6 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 5 grams
- Fiber: 0 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 200 milligrams
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