Description
Lemon Garlic Shrimp & Orzo Bowl is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines succulent shrimp with tender orzo pasta, all enveloped in a zesty lemon-garlic sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this recipe elevates your dining experience with fresh herbs and bright citrus notes. Quick to prepare in under 30 minutes, it’s a versatile meal that can stand alone or be paired with a refreshing salad. Customize it to suit your taste by adding your favorite vegetables, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor and nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound orzo pasta
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest (about 1 large lemon)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Optional: red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cook orzo according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Add shrimp in a single layer; cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add lemon juice and zest, parsley, dill, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper; simmer for one minute.
- Stir in cooked orzo and halved cherry tomatoes; toss until coated.
- Fold in cooked shrimp; heat through for another minute.
- Serve hot, garnished with feta cheese and additional herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 220mg