Shrimp Orzo Lemon Garlic
This Shrimp Orzo Lemon Garlic dish is a zesty, flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights, ready in just 25 minutes.
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes minutes
Course: Homestyle Dinners
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: easy dinner, Mediterranean dish, quick meal, Shrimp Orzo Lemon Garlic, shrimp recipe, zesty pasta
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 400kcal
For the Shrimp
- 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
For the Flavor Base
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
- 3 cloves garlic minced
For the Zest
- 1 large lemon juiced and zested
For the Garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
How to Make Shrimp Orzo Lemon Garlic
Start by cooking the orzo according to the package instructions. Once done, drain the pasta and set it aside, allowing it to cool slightly.
In a large skillet, pour in the olive oil and heat over medium heat. The oil should shimmer, creating a welcoming base for your ingredients.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Gently toss in the shrimp and cook until they turn a lovely pink color, which should take about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the lemon juice and zest, along with salt and pepper to taste.
Add the cooked orzo to the shrimp mixture and mix well. Let everything heat together for an additional minute.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley on top before serving.
Serve with a lemon wedge for an extra citrusy burst.
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 200mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg