Greek Shrimp With Orzo Recipe

Name: Greek Shrimp With Orzo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces orzo pasta, uncooked; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1/2 cup onion, chopped; 1 medium green pepper, chopped; 2 medium garlic cloves, minced; 28 ounces diced tomatoes, diced; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped; 2 tablespoons feta cheese, crumbled

Servings: persons

1
Cook orzo in salted water according to package directions without added fat.
2
Drain and set aside.
3
Meanwhile, heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
4
Add onion, pepper and garlic; cook until soft, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes.
5
Add tomatoes and oregano; bring to a simmer. Add shrimp and cook until shrimp are bright pink and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
6
Spoon cooked orzo into shrimp mixture; stir to combine.
7
Remove from heat and stir in basil.
8
Spoon about 1 1/4 cups of orzo-shrimp mixture onto each of six plates and top each with 1 teaspoon of feta.

600

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces orzo pasta, uncooked, 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1/2 cup onion, chopped, 1 medium green pepper, chopped, and more.

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

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Greek Shrimp With Orzo

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Variations & substitutions

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