Lemony Shrimp, Orzo, Feta & Olives Recipe

Name: Lemony Shrimp, Orzo, Feta & Olives
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest plus 1 tablespoon juice; salt and pepper; 1 1/2 lbs extra-large shrimp, peeled and deveined (21 to 25 per pound); 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for drizzling; 1 onion, chopped fine; 2 -4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 cups orzo pasta (uncooked); 4 cups chicken broth; 1 cup pitted kalamata olive, chopped coarse; 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (1 cup); chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon grated lemon zest plus 1 tablespoon juice
salt and pepper
1 1/2 lbs extra-large shrimp, peeled and deveined (21 to 25 per pound)
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
1 onion, chopped fine
2 -4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups orzo pasta (uncooked)
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup pitted kalamata olive, chopped coarse
4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (1 cup)
chopped fresh parsley

1
Mix lemon zest, 1/2 teaspoon saltand 1/2 teaspoon pepper together. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and toss with lemon-salt mixture to coat; set aside.
2
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until just smoking. Add onion and cook until softened, about 4 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in orzo and cook, stirring frequently, until orzo is coated with oil and lightly browned, about 4 minutes. Add broth, bring to boil and cook, uncovered, until orzo is al dente, about 6 minutes. Stir in olives, 1/2 cup feta and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3
Reduce heat to medium-low, nestle shrimp into orzo, cover and cook until shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup feta over top and drizzle with extra oil. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve.

1275

kcal

Calories

Fat

108

Carbs

141

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 tablespoon grated lemon zest plus 1 tablespoon juice, salt and pepper, 1 1/2 lbs extra-large shrimp, peeled and deveined (21 to 25 per pound), 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for drizzling, and more.

Yes, Lemony Shrimp, Orzo, Feta & Olives 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, Orzo, Feta & Olives

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