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Shrimp Orzo

Easy Shrimp Orzo Recipe with Spinach and Cherry Tomatoes

This easy Shrimp Orzo brings vibrant flavors and colors to your dinner table, perfect for any occasion.
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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 pound large shrimp deveined, tail-off
  • 3 cloves garlic fresh minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2 cups spinach fresh
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh
  • 1/4 cup parsley chopped fresh

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink, then remove from skillet.
  4. In the same skillet, add the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  5. Stir in the orzo and cook according to package instructions until tender.
  6. Add the cherry tomatoes, spinach, lemon juice, and cooked shrimp to the orzo.
  7. Stir until everything is well combined and heated through.
  8. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10g

Notes

Feel free to customize your Shrimp Orzo by swapping shrimp for chicken or scallops and adding herbs for extra flavor.

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