Crispy Spiced Shrimp with Charred Corn and Tomato Relish

This vibrant Mediterranean-inspired dinner brings together the bold flavors of smoked paprika and cayenne-crusted shrimp with a fresh, sweet-and-tangy relish of charred corn, juicy cherry tomatoes, and sharp red onion. Finished with a squeeze of lemon and a scattering of crumbled feta, it's a dish that delivers big flavor in under 30 minutes while staying true to Mediterranean principles: quality olive oil, plenty of vegetables, lean seafood protein, and bright herbs and citrus instead of heavy sauces. Shrimp is one of the Mediterranean Diet's favorite proteins, and here it gets a crisp, spiced crust from a quick dry rub before a hot sear in extra virgin olive oil. The charred corn adds natural sweetness and a lovely smoky note that plays beautifully against the acidity of fresh tomatoes and lemon juice, while feta lends a salty, creamy finish. It's a light yet satisfying meal that's equally at home on a busy weeknight or a casual dinner with friends. Serve it straight from the pan with crusty whole-grain bread or over a bed of simple greens or grains like farro or quinoa for a heartier plate. Either way, this dish captures everything that makes Mediterranean cooking so appealing: simple techniques, vibrant fresh ingredients, and bold flavor without excess fat or heaviness.</long_description> <parameter name="meta_description">Smoky spiced shrimp seared crisp, served over charred corn and tomato relish with lemon and feta. A quick, healthy Mediterranean dinner.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lblarge shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on or off
• 2 tspsmoked paprika
• 0.5 tspcayenne pepper, adjust to taste
• 1 tspgarlic powder
• 1 tspsalt, divided
• 0.5 tspblack pepper
• 3 tbspextra virgin olive oil, divided
• 2 cupscorn kernels, fresh or thawed from frozen
• 1.5 cupscherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.25 cupred onion, finely diced
• 1 wholelemon, juiced and zested, plus wedges for serving
• 2 tbspfresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 cupfeta cheese, crumbled

Method

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