Lemon Garlic Shrimp Orzo
A bright and flavorful dish that combines buttery shrimp, zesty lemon, and fluffy orzo pasta, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Cook the shrimp until they turn pink, about 2-3 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions in a separate pot, then drain.
- Once the shrimp are cooked, add the drained orzo to the skillet along with lemon juice, lemon zest, and Parmesan cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute the pasta with zucchini noodles or whole grain options. Always taste as you go to adjust seasoning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
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