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Lemon Feta Orzo Shrimp

A vibrant Mediterranean dish combining tender orzo pasta, succulent roasted shrimp, and fresh herbs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 430
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil for shrimp
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt for shrimp
  • 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper for shrimp
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano for shrimp
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika for shrimp
  • 1 zest lemon for shrimp
  • 12 oz orzo pasta
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil for orzo
  • 1 large lemon, juice about 3 tbsp for orzo
  • 1 clove garlic, finely grated for orzo
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional for orzo
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved for mixing
  • 1 cup baby spinach, roughly chopped for mixing
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped for mixing
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped for mixing
  • 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled for mixing
  • 2 tbsp capers, rinsed and drained optional for mixing

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Toss shrimp with olive oil, salt, pepper, oregano, paprika, and lemon zest. Spread in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  2. Roast shrimp for 8–10 minutes until opaque and cooked through. Set aside.
  3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook orzo according to package instructions until al dente, about 8–10 minutes. Drain and return to the pot.
  4. Stir in olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and red pepper flakes into the warm orzo.
  5. Fold in cherry tomatoes, spinach, parsley, and dill into the orzo mixture.
  6. Mix in crumbled feta and capers gently.
  7. Top the orzo mixture with roasted shrimp and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20g

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