Description
Indulge in the flavors of the Mediterranean with this delectable Greek Shrimp with Orzo and Feta recipe. Succulent shrimp, tangy feta cheese, and savory olives come together in a harmonious blend of flavors that will transport your taste buds to the sunny shores of Greece.
Ingredients
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Main Dish:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Orzo Mixture:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 1/2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- juice of 1/2 lemon
Instructions
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a skillet, season shrimp, cook until pink, then set aside.
- Prepare Orzo Mixture: In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic, add tomatoes, broth, orzo, and simmer until orzo is cooked. Stir in olives, shrimp, feta, parsley, and lemon juice.
- Finalize Dish: Cook briefly to warm through. Serve hot.
Notes
- For extra richness, drizzle with olive oil before serving.
- Pair with a green salad or roasted vegetables.
- Substitute whole wheat orzo for added fiber.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 920 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 175 mg
