Lemon Orzo with Shrimp and Tomatoes
User Reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
345 kcal
Lemon Orzo with Shrimp and Tomatoes
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Savor the zest of our Lemon Shrimp and Orzo! Quick, easy, and undeniably delicious, this recipe combines succulent shrimp with tender orzo and juicy tomatoes.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound orzo whole wheat, if possible, I like this brand
- 1 pound raw shrimp peeled and deveined
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil divided
- Zest and juice of 2 lemons
- 8 green onions sliced thinly
- ¼ cup minced fresh dill
- ¼ cup minced fresh parsley
- 1 ½ cup halved cherry tomatoes quarter if they're large
- ½ cup crumbled feta
- salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the orzo according to package directions (including both the recommended oil and salt), drain well, and rinse under cold water. Place in a large mixing bowl, and set aside.
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Place the shrimp in one layer on a baking sheet. Drizzle with a tablespoon of olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast in preheated oven for 4-6 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove from oven, and add shrimp to the orzo.
- Add the lemon zest, green onions, dill, parsley, tomatoes, and feta to the orzo. Stir to combine.
- Whisk together the lemon juice and remaining olive oil. Drizzle over the orzo mixture, and toss well to coat. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Serve immediately warm, or let chill for at least an hour before serving cold.
Notes
- Leave out the shrimp and you have a nice, vegetarian pasta salad side dish. Drop the feta, too, and you've got a vegan option.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1serving
Calories
345kcal
(17%)
Carbohydrates
35g
(12%)
Protein
14g
(28%)
Fat
17g
(26%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
12g
Cholesterol
80mg
(27%)
Sodium
471mg
(20%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
7g
(14%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 345 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 345kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12g | 71% |
| Cholesterol | 80mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 471mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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3 reviews
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