One-Pot Lemon-Garlic Shrimp and Orzo
A vibrant, no-fuss dinner featuring plump shrimp and orzo simmered in a zesty lemon-garlic broth with fresh herbs. This Mediterranean one-pot recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs orzo pasta, shrimp, and olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Build a week of meals around this recipe" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 oz orzo pasta
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent browning.
- Step 2: Add 8 oz orzo pasta and stir to coat, then pour in 1/4 cup white wine and 1/2 cup lemon juice. Bring to a simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Step 3: Stir in 1 lb shrimp, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until shrimp turn pink and are cooked through. Stir in 1/4 cup fresh parsley before serving.
