Shrimp and Orzo Salad
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Shrimp and Orzo Salad
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This easy Shrimp Orzo Salad recipe is packed with corn, green onions, and the most delicious lemony, garlicky herb vinaigrette!
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Ingredients
- 8 oz. dry orzo (about 1 1/4 cups)
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Juice and zest of one lemon or two, if you like things lemony!
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs I used dill, parsley, and oregano. See notes for dry.
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 1 small clove garlic minced, preferably with a microplane zester
- kosher salt and black pepper
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 lb. raw shrimp peeled and deveined, preferably large or extra large (or pre-cooked, see notes)
- 2 green onions white and green parts, thinly sliced
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes optional, any kind will do
- extra herbs and olive oil for serving optional
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Instructions
- Cook orzo according to directions in salted water. During the last two minutes of cooking, add the frozen corn to the water. Drain the corn and orzo together and run cool water over it until it's sufficiently cooled, shaking off any excess water as best you can when you're done rinsing. Meanwhile, while the orzo is cooking, make the dressing and cook the shrimp.
- In the bottom of a large bowl, mix together the olive oil (1/4 cup), lemon zest and juice, the fresh herbs (1/4 cup), crushed red pepper (1/4 teaspoon), minced garlic (1 small clove), 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and honey (1 tablespoon).
- Pat shrimp dry with a paper towel. In a medium bowl, mix the shrimp with 2 tablespoons of the dressing, along with another pinch of salt and pepper.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high for about one minute, then cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until fully cooked (you may need extra oil in addition to the dressing if you use another kind of skillet).
- Add the cooled, cooked orzo and corn, the cooked shrimp, the sliced green onions, and the chopped tomatoes (if using) to the large bowl with the dressing. Toss to coat.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra herbs and olive oil if you want. See notes for making ahead of time.
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Notes
- Ingredient substitutions: 1/4 cup red onion may be substituted for the green onions. sugar may be substituted for the honey. 2 tablespoons vinegar (such as red wine) may be substituted for the lemon juice and zest. Other frozen veggies like peas or lima beans can be substituted for the corn. Other small pasta can be substituted for the orzo. 1-2 tablespoons of chopped sun dried tomatoes packed in oil can be used in place of the fresh tomatoes.
- Crumbled feta cheese or another cheese would be a delicious addition!
- Precooked shrimp may be used in place of raw- just add them as is to the mix. This is a great way to use up leftover grilled shrimp.
- To thaw frozen shrimp quickly, soak them in cool water or run cool water over them in a colander, until defrosted.
- To use dried herbs: substitute a heaping tablespoon of dry herbs, or a mix like Italian seasoning or Herbs de Provence, in place of the fresh.
- If you're making this in advance: reserve half the dressing in a separate container in the fridge. Mix in just before serving, as the salad may dry out as it sits in the fridge. Or, just drizzle with more olive oil and adjust seasoning right before serving if it seems dry.
- If using a large, juicy tomato: try patting the pieces dry with a paper towel before adding, as too much juice will dilute the salad dressing and make it watery. Cherry or grape tomatoes should be fine as is.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
341kcal
(17%)
Carbohydrates
39g
(13%)
Protein
22g
(44%)
Fat
11g
(17%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Cholesterol
191mg
(64%)
Sodium
596mg
(25%)
Potassium
310mg
(9%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
423IU
(8%)
Vitamin C
11mg
(12%)
Calcium
127mg
(13%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 341 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 341kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 191mg | 64% |
| Sodium | 596mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 310mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 423IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 127mg | 13% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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