Description
This Greek Shrimp Orzo with Feta, Olives, and Tomatoes recipe is a delightful Mediterranean dish that combines succulent shrimp, flavorful olives, tangy feta cheese, and fresh cherry tomatoes, all tossed with orzo pasta for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Orzo:
- 1 1/2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
For the Shrimp Mixture:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup white wine (or chicken broth)
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Orzo: Cook the orzo in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Shrimp Mixture: In a skillet, sauté onion, garlic, cherry tomatoes, and olives. Add oregano, red pepper flakes, and white wine. Cook until flavors meld.
- Cook the Shrimp: Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque.
- Combine: Stir in cooked orzo, lemon juice, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Top with crumbled feta cheese before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute quinoa or couscous for orzo if desired.
- For a creamier texture, add a tablespoon of butter or a splash of cream before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 195mg
