This Greek Shrimp Orzo with Feta, Olives, and Tomatoes recipe combines succulent shrimp with orzo pasta, cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, and tangy feta cheese for a flavorful Mediterranean-inspired dish.
Author:nadia
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Greek
Diet:Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Shrimp:
1pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Orzo:
1cup uncooked orzo pasta
2 1/2cups low-sodium chicken broth or water
Additional Ingredients:
2cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
1/2cup kalamata olives (sliced)
1/2cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Cook the Shrimp: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and garlic. Add shrimp, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook until pink and cooked through. Set aside.
Cook the Orzo: In the same skillet, toast orzo, then add chicken broth. Simmer for 8-10 minutes until tender. Add tomatoes and olives, cook for 2 minutes.
Combine: Return shrimp to the skillet. Stir in lemon juice, feta, and parsley. Serve warm.
Notes
You can use spinach or artichoke hearts for extra veggies.
Substitute vegetable broth for a pescatarian version.
Add more lemon juice or olive oil before serving if desired.