Description
A delightful dish combining succulent shrimp with perfectly cooked orzo pasta, infused with zesty lemon and savory garlic.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
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 olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until they turn pink and opaque, around 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir to combine and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the cooked orzo to the skillet and gently toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
Ensure that the shrimp are not overcooked to avoid a rubbery texture. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg