Lemon-Herb Orzo with Grilled Shrimp
Just whipped up this refreshing Lemon-Herb Orzo with Grilled Shrimp for a light yet fulfilling meal!
Ingredients
For the Pasta Salad:
- 2 cups 340g orzo pasta
- 2-3 lemons zested and juiced (approx. ½ cup lemon juice)
- ½ cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 scallions minced
- 1 cup fresh herbs chopped (dill, parsley, mint)
- 1 large cucumber medium-diced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ cup red onion diced
- 200 grams feta cheese crumbled
For the Grilled Shrimp:
- 1½ -2 pounds large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest
- ¼-½ teaspoon chili flakes
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
For the Shrimp:
- Toss shrimp with olive oil, lemon zest, and spices. Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill shrimp about 2 minutes per side. Set aside.
For the Pasta Salad:
- Cook orzo, drain, and transfer to a bowl. Add lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add grilled shrimp, herbs, cucumber, onion, scallions, and toss. Fold in feta. Serve immediately or let stand at room temperature for flavors to meld. Add tomatoes before serving if refrigerated.
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