Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Shrimp Orzo in Lemon Garlic Sauce, a quick and delightful dish that brings together tender shrimp and al dente orzo pasta in a refreshing sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at gatherings. With its zesty garlic and lemon notes, it elevates any dining experience, making every bite a celebration of taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Add orzo and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for approximately three minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Stir in chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest; simmer for two minutes.
- Fold the drained orzo into the skillet mixture. Toss well to combine and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 180mg