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Shrimp Orzo Salad with Feta and Herbs

This simple shrimp orzo salad is loaded with flavor thanks to the fresh herbs, lemon vinaigrette and feta.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 314 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

Salad
  • 1/2 pound uncooked orzo, substitute with gluten-free pasta if needed
  • 1 pound cooked shrimp, peeled, deveined and cut into bite size pieces
  • 1 1/2 cups diced English cucumber
  • 1 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped flat leaft parsley
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • 1/2 cup crumbled Feta cheese
  • Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
Vinaigrette
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Cook the orzo according to package instructions. Drain and cool.
  2. Once the orzo has cooled add in the remaining salad ingredients.
  3. In a small jar or bowl combine the ingredients for the vinaigrette and shake or whisk together until combined. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and stir to combine. Taste for seasoning and add salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

  • To make this recipe gluten free, substitute the orzo with a small gluten free pasta shape such as elbows.
  • Nutrition info based on 6 servings

Nutrition Information

Calories 314kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 35g (12%) Protein 25g (50%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 5g Cholesterol 171mg (57%) Sodium 907mg (38%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 5g (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 314

% Daily Value*

Calories 314kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 35g 12%
Protein 25g 50%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g 29%
Cholesterol 171mg 57%
Sodium 907mg 38%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 5g 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.