Description
A bright and flavorful recipe that combines succulent shrimp with lemon, feta, and orzo pasta for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 lemons, zested and juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine shrimp, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the shrimp mixture on a baking sheet and roast for 10-12 minutes until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Meanwhile, cook the orzo according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large serving bowl, combine cooked orzo, roasted shrimp, lemon zest, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Toss gently to combine and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider marinating the shrimp for 30 minutes before roasting.
- This dish can be served warm or at room temperature.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Lemon Feta Orzo Roasted Shrimp