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Shrimp Orzo In Lemon Garlic Sauce

Shrimp Orzo in Lemon Garlic Sauce for a Zesty Dinner Delight

This Shrimp Orzo in Lemon Garlic Sauce offers a delightful escape to homemade dining with a zesty flavor that will please everyone.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course One-Pot Meals
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Pot
  • large skillet

Ingredients
  

For the Orzo

  • 1 cup orzo small pasta shape
  • 2 cups vegetable broth can substitute with chicken broth

For the Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil or butter for creaminess
  • 4 cloves garlic freshly minced
  • ¼ cup lemon juice fresh

For the Shrimp

  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined

Seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook orzo according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Add peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
  • Pour in vegetable broth and lemon juice. Stir well and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  • Mix in the cooked orzo, season with salt and pepper, and stir until well combined.
  • Serve warm, optionally garnished with freshly chopped parsley.

Notes

Ensure shrimp are not overcooked for best texture. Adjust lemon juice to taste for acidity balance.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg
Keyword dinner, easy recipe, Healthy Meal, lemon garlic sauce, Orzo, shrimp
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