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Lemon Orzo with Shrimp

Lemon Orzo with Shrimp: 25-Minute Flavor Bliss

A refreshing dish combining orzo pasta, shrimp, and lemon.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook orzo pasta according to package instructions.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  4. Add shrimp, cooking until pink and opaque.
  5. Stir in lemon juice and zest.
  6. Combine orzo with shrimp mixture.
  7. Garnish with parsley and season with salt and pepper.

Notes

  • Use fresh shrimp for best flavor.
  • Adjust lemon juice to taste.
  • Can substitute orzo with other pasta types.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Low Fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

Keywords: Lemon Orzo with Shrimp, Shrimp Pasta, Mediterranean Dish