Garlic Shrimp & Orzo Salad Recipe

Name: Garlic Shrimp & Orzo Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1/4 cup olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 cup white wine; 3/4 cup uncooked orzo pasta; 1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped; 1 small green pepper, chopped; 1/2 cup chopped peeled cucumber; 1/4 cup chopped red onion; 1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro; 1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained, optional; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Servings: persons

1 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup white wine
3/4 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup chopped peeled cucumber
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained, optional
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

1
In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, up to 30 minutes.
2
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Using a slotted spoon, add shrimp; cook and stir 2 minutes. Add wine; cook and stir 1-2 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink. Remove to a shallow dish; refrigerate, covered, until cold.
3
Cook orzo according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water. Transfer to a large bowl. Add vegetables, cilantro, chilled shrimp and olives if desired. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients until blended. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined, 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Garlic Shrimp & Orzo Salad falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Garlic Shrimp & Orzo Salad

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