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Greek Shrimp with Orzo and Feta Recipe

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Greek Shrimp with Orzo and Feta is a vibrant Mediterranean-inspired dish featuring juicy shrimp, tender orzo pasta, feta cheese, Kalamata olives, and fresh tomatoes. Perfect for a quick 30-minute dinner or entertaining guests, this flavorful one-pan meal is easy to prepare yet elegant, bursting with delicious Mediterranean flavors.

Ingredients

1.5 lbs large raw shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails removed)

1 cup orzo pasta

2 cups chicken stock (or water)

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp smoked paprika

1 tsp Italian seasoning

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

1 lime (for juice)

1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)

1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)

1/2 cup Kalamata olives (pitted and chopped)

1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Fresh basil (for garnish)

Instructions

  • Cook the orzo: Bring chicken stock (or water) to a boil in a pot. Add orzo and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the orzo is cooked.

  • Prepare the shrimp: While the orzo cooks, heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add shrimp, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and lime juice. Sear shrimp for about 2 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside.

  • Combine ingredients: In the same pan, add cherry tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and cooked orzo. Stir to combine, letting everything heat through.

  • Add shrimp and feta: Once the mixture is hot, add shrimp back to the pan along with crumbled feta. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.

  • Garnish and serve: Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Seafood alternatives: Scallops, lobster, or crab meat are great substitutes for shrimp.

  • Vegetarian option: Swap shrimp for grilled vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, and asparagus.

  • Gluten-free: Use gluten-free orzo or substitute with rice.

  • Dairy-free: Opt for dairy-free feta for a vegan-friendly version.

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