Shrimp Orzo

Shrimp Orzo is a delightful dish that combines succulent shrimp with light Orzo pasta. Orzo is a small type of Italian pasta shaped like rice that soaks up the flavors of the dressing. This dish features fresh shrimp and summer vegetables, making it feel especially fresh and suitable for summer consumption.

👉🏻Ingredients list⚠️

• Orzo pasta: 16 ounces (about 454 grams)

• Fresh shrimp: 2 cups (about 300 grams), peeled and tails left on

• Fresh corn kernels: 4 cups (from about 6 ears of corn), or frozen corn kernels

• Garlic: 4 cloves, minced

• Cherry tomatoes: 1 pint (about 473 milliliters), halved

• Fresh basil: 1/4 cup (about 12 grams), chopped

• Fresh parsley: 2 tablespoons (about 10 grams), chopped

• Lemon: 1, juiced and zested

• Olive oil: 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons (about 130 milliliters)

• Red wine vinegar: 3 tablespoons (about 45 milliliters)

• Salt: 2 teaspoons (about 10 grams)

• Black pepper: 2 teaspoons (about 10 grams)

• Pepperoncini (optional): 4, stemmed and chopped, with 2 teaspoons of their juice

👉🏻✨DIRECTIONS:

1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the corn kernels. Sauté for 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another 2 minutes, or until fragrant and the corn is tender. Let cool.

2. Cook the Orzo pasta according to package directions, then drain and let cool.

3. In a large bowl, combine the Orzo, corn, cherry tomatoes, basil, and parsley. Mix well.

4. In a medium bowl, combine the pepperoncini, 1/2 cup of olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice and zest, salt, and pepper. Whisk to combine, then pour the dressing over the salad and toss well.

5. Top with shrimp and gently toss. The salad can be made up to 6 hours in advance and served cold or at room temperature. It can be served as a side salad or a main dish.

👉🏻✨TIPS

• Larger shrimp can be used for a better texture.

• Seasonings can be adjusted to personal taste.

• Serving chilled enhances the flavor, making it perfect for summer.

👉🏻✨BENEFITS

• This dish combines the deliciousness of shrimp with the lightness of Orzo pasta, making it suitable as a refreshing summer salad or a hearty main dish. It is rich in quality protein and fiber, aiding digestion and keeping you feeling full.

👉🏻✨NUTRITIONAL

• Shrimp Orzo, combining the nutritional advantages of shrimp and Orzo, offers high-quality protein, carbohydrates, dietary fiber, and various vitamins and minerals. This dish is suitable for people of all ages, especially for those who need to supplement protein, minerals, and vitamins. It is a very healthy choice.