NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

8 oz shrimp

0.25 cup orzo

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

0.5 cup cherry tomatoes

0.5 cup cucumber

1 tbsp red onion

1 tbsp fresh parsley

1 clove garlic

1 tbsp lemon juice

0.5 oz feta cheese

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.25 tsp dried oregano

PREPARATION

• 1

  Bring a small pot of salted water to a boil and cook the orzo according to package directions until al dente.

• 2

  While the orzo cooks, pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season them with half of the sea salt, black pepper, and dried oregano.

• 3

  Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sauté the shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.

• 4

  Add the minced garlic to the skillet during the final minute of cooking, stirring constantly to ensure it becomes fragrant without burning.

• 5

  Drain the cooked orzo and transfer it to a mixing bowl, then toss with halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, minced red onion, and fresh parsley.

• 6

  Whisk the lemon juice with the remaining salt, pepper, and oregano, then pour the dressing over the orzo salad and toss well.

• 7

  Plate the orzo salad and top with the warm garlic shrimp and crumbled feta cheese.