Description
Lemon Garlic Shrimp & Orzo Bowl is a delightful fusion of fresh flavors, making it an excellent choice for both quick weeknight dinners and special occasions. This vibrant dish features juicy shrimp sautéed to perfection, tossed with tender orzo pasta, and infused with zesty lemon and fragrant herbs. With its bright palette and customizable components, this recipe can be enjoyed warm or as a refreshing chilled salad, perfect for meal prep or outdoor gatherings. Whip up this easy and healthy bowl in under 30 minutes and savor every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound orzo pasta
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest (about 1 large lemon)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the orzo according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink; remove from skillet.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet; cook until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice, zest, parsley, dill, salt, and pepper.
- Toss in the cooked orzo and cherry tomatoes; combine well.
- Gently fold in the cooked shrimp; heat through before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 170mg