Lemon Garlic Shrimp Orzo
A delightful dish of shrimp and buttery orzo pasta, brightened with lemon and garlic.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz orzo pasta
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook orzo according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Once the shrimp is cooked, add the cooked orzo to the skillet along with lemon juice and zest.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
To store leftovers, place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Best eaten within 2-3 days. Reheat gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: shrimp, orzo, lemon, garlic, quick dinner, pasta dish
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