Lemony Shrimp and Orzo Recipe

Name: Lemony Shrimp and Orzo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta; 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into bite-size pieces; 12 red bell pepper, cut into strips; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 12 lbs cooked large shrimp; 2 tablespoons fresh garlic, minced; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley; salt; fresh ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into bite-size pieces
12 red bell pepper, cut into strips
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 12 lbs cooked large shrimp
2 tablespoons fresh garlic, minced
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley
salt
fresh ground black pepper

1
Cook orzo according to package directions.
2
During the last 2 minutes of cooking, add asparagus and red pepper.
3
Drain orzo and vegetables; transfer to a large bowl.
4
Cover and keep warm.
5
Meanwhile, as the orzo cooks, melt butter and oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
6
Add shrimp to pan and saute 2 minutes or until heated through.
7
Add garlic to pan and cook quickly, about 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
8
Stir in lemon juice, parsley, salt and pepper; cook 1 minute until lemon is incorporated.
9
Add shrimp mixture to the pasta and toss together before 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta, 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into bite-size pieces, 12 red bell pepper, cut into strips, 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, and more.

Yes, Lemony Shrimp and 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.

Lemony Shrimp and Orzo

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