Shrimp Orzo With Feta and Tomatoes

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Shrimp Orzo With Feta and Tomatoes

Prepare to fall in love with my Shrimp Orzo with Feta and Tomatoes recipe! Delicious, healthy, and ready to eat in less than 30 minutes.

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Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp olive oil , or as needed
  • 2 shallots , finely diced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp sugar
  • ¼ tsp chilli flakes
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 3 garlic cloves , minced
  • 1 1/2 cups (300g) orzo pasta
  • 2 tbsp ouzo or white wine , optional
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 ⅓ cups (800ml) vegetable broth / stock
  • 1 lb (450g) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 14 oz (400g) shrimp raw, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup (150g) feta cheese , crumbled
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill , chopped
  • Freshly ground salt and pepper to serve
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Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a skillet or chef's pan. Add the diced shallots and cook over low heat, stirring, until softened.
  2. Add the minced garlic, salt, sugar, chilli flakes and bay leaves.
  3. Stir in the orzo so that it's covered in the oil and seasoning. Add the ouzo or white wine, if using, then stir in the tomato paste.
  4. Pour the stock and tomatoes into the pan and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10-15 minutes or until the orzo is al dente (check with the pack instructions).
  5. Stir in the shrimp and cook for a couple of minutes, until they turn pink.
  6. Top with the crumbled feta and garnish with fresh thyme and dill. Discard the bay leaves, have a taste and adjust the seasoning, if needed. If you like, you brown the feta under the broiler for a couple of minutes before serving.

Notes

  • SERVING SUGGESTIONS: This shrimp saganaki with orzo is a hearty meal all on its own. It pairs well with Greek bread and roasted zucchini.
  • STORING AND FREEZING: Leftovers will keep for up to three days in the fridge. This recipe is not suitable for freezing.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 486kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 57g (19%) Protein 28g (56%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 6g Trans Fat 0.01g Cholesterol 158mg (53%) Sodium 1965mg (82%) Potassium 679mg (19%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 1702IU (34%) Vitamin C 22mg (24%) Calcium 282mg (28%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 486 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 486kcal 24%
Carbohydrates 57g 19%
Protein 28g 56%
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 6g 30%
Trans Fat 0.01g 1%
Cholesterol 158mg 53%
Sodium 1965mg 82%
Potassium 679mg 14%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 1702IU 34%
Vitamin C 22mg 24%
Calcium 282mg 28%
Iron 2mg 11%

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

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