Ingredients
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
8 ounces orzo pasta
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 lemon, zest and juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup vegetable broth
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Toast orzo for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
Add garlic and sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in vegetable broth, lemon juice, and zest. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, add shrimp, and simmer for 5-7 minutes until shrimp are just cooked.
Stir in chopped parsley and season with salt and pepper. Adjust liquid if needed.
Notes
Toast orzo briefly to enhance nutty flavor and prevent clumping.
For extra freshness, garnish with additional lemon slices and parsley before serving.
Can substitute orzo with Arborio rice for a creamier texture.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Mediterranean Table
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Halal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 450mg