Lemon Basil Shrimp Orzo Pasta Recipe

Name: Lemon Basil Shrimp Orzo Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces, weight Orzo Pasta; 2 pounds Uncooked Medium Shrimp, Shell On; 1 pound Asparagus; 1/2 pounds Chunk Of Fresh Mozzarella; 1 pint Cherry Tomatoes, Halved; 1/2 cups Basil, Roughly Chopped; 1/2 cups Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 1 whole Lemon, Juiced And Zested; 1 clove Garlic, Minced; Salt And Pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

1
Cook orzo according to directions on box. Drain pasta and set aside to cool.
2
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add shrimp. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 5 minutes or until shrimp is pink and cooked through. Drain and set aside to cool. Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Trim off the ends of the asparagus and cut the spears into bite size pieces. Put them into the boiling water. Blanch them for 2 minutes then place asparagus in a bowl of ice water.
3
Peel and devein shrimp. Cut mozzarella into chunks. Combine ingredients through basil in a large serving bowl.
4
To make dressing, whisk to combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, and salt and pepper in a medium sized bowl. Stir dressing into pasta and mix well. Refrigerate and serve cold.

1006

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Carbs

Protein

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* 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, weight Orzo Pasta, 2 pounds Uncooked Medium Shrimp, Shell On, 1 pound Asparagus, 1/2 pounds Chunk Of Fresh Mozzarella, and more.

Yes, Lemon Basil Shrimp Orzo Pasta 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.

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Lemon Basil Shrimp Orzo Pasta

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Variations & substitutions

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