Description
A flavorful shrimp orzo dish with garlic, lemon, and fresh parsley.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the orzo according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant, taking care not to burn it.
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, lemon juice, and zest. Allow to simmer for 3-5 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.
- Add the cooked orzo and shrimp back into the skillet, stirring until everything is well combined. Heat through.
- Remove from heat and fold in fresh parsley. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve immediately, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Notes
- This dish is great served with a side of crusty bread.
- Red pepper flakes can be adjusted based on spice preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg