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Lemon Shrimp Orzo

Servings: 8 • Total time: 30 minutes

Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 367 calories, 11 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 80 mg cholesterol, 808 mg sodium, 44 g carbohydrates (1 g sugar, 10 g fiber), 22 g protein.

This healthy recipe is tasty, refreshing, and family-friendly. It is low in fat but high in flavor and filling! Enjoy this dish any time of the day - hot or cold. According to the Harvard University School of Public Health, many ingredients in this recipe - lemon juice, onion, garlic, fresh arugula, olives, and fresh basil leaves - contain nutrients that may assist in boosting the immune system (362KB) (362KB). You can include as many vegetables as you like in this recipe. Feel free to add or substitute any meat of your choice. A little goes a long way!

Remember to make small steps to improve your health, by choosing whole grains instead of refined grains. For this recipe, consider using riced cauliflower in place of whole wheat orzo pasta.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 pound uncooked whole wheat orzo pasta
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined
  • 4 cups fresh arugula
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1/2 cup pitted Greek olives, halved
  • 1 1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese
  • Fresh basil leaves
  1. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until crisp-tender about 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute longer.
  2. Stir in broth, orzo, and water. Bring to a boil and reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, until orzo is al dente, 8-10 minutes.
  3. Stir in shrimp, arugula, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
  4. Cook and stir until shrimp turn pink, 4-5 minutes.
  5. Stir in olives. Sprinkle with feta and basil leaves.
  6. Serve hot or cold.

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