Shrimp & Pea Orzo Recipe

Name: Shrimp & Pea Orzo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb orzo pasta; 1 large sweet onion, finely diced; 1 lb shrimp, cooked and cleaned; 1/2 lb peas (fresh or frozen); 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 1/4 - 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped; 1/2 lb lowfat mozzarella cheese, shredded; 1/4 cup half-and-half; salt and pepper, to taste; parmesan cheese (to garnish)

Servings: persons

1/2 lb orzo pasta
1 large sweet onion, finely diced
1 lb shrimp, cooked and cleaned
1/2 lb peas (fresh or frozen)
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1/4 - 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
1/2 lb lowfat mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/4 cup half-and-half
salt and pepper, to taste
parmesan cheese (to garnish)

1
Set water on to boil for the orzo.
2
Chop onion and garlic finely and saute in a bit of olive oil til translucent.
3
Cook orzo to package directions, add peas the last couple of minutes of cooking.
4
Drain and return to pot. Place on burner on low heat. Add cooked shrimp and stir.
5
Add half-and-half, stir in cheese, onion/garlic and fresh basil. Salt and pepper to taste.
6
Enjoy!
7
Any leftovers freeze quite well. This also makes a nice side dish.

613

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb orzo pasta, 1 large sweet onion, finely diced, 1 lb shrimp, cooked and cleaned, 1/2 lb peas (fresh or frozen), and more.

Yes, Shrimp & Pea 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.

Shrimp & Pea Orzo

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