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Shrimp Orzo

Delicious Shrimp Orzo Recipe with Spinach and Cherry Tomatoes

Shrimp Orzo is a delightful dish combining shrimp, orzo pasta, spinach, and cherry tomatoes for a quick and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil (for sautéing)
  • 1 cup Orzo pasta
  • 4 cups Vegetable broth (low-sodium)
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 2 cups Spinach leaves (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 medium Red onion (diced)
  • 2 tbsp Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add garlic and red onion, sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque.
  4. Stir in orzo and vegetable broth, bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and let simmer until orzo is tender.
  6. Add cherry tomatoes and spinach, cook until spinach is wilted.
  7. Stir in lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10g

Notes

This dish is perfect for quick weeknight dinners or special occasions, offering flexibility to swap ingredients as desired.

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