Shrimp W Feta and Orzo
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this Mediterranean-inspired Shrimp with Feta and Orzo! Bursting with bold flavors, this one-pan dish combines tender orzo pasta, juicy shrimp sautéed in olive oil, and a vibrant tomato and white wine sauce spiced with garlic, oregano, and a touch of red pepper flakes. Fresh spinach adds a pop of color and nutrients, while tangy crumbled feta cheese melts perfectly into the dish for a creamy finish. A squeeze of lemon juice and a sprinkle of fresh parsley bring everything together, making it light, bright, and utterly irresistible. Perfect for a quick 40-minute meal, this dish is as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Great for seafood lovers and fans of Mediterranean cuisine, this recipe is a surefire hit for dinner parties or casual family meals alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (canned, with juices)
- 0.5 cup dry white wine
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 0.75 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the orzo according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the diced tomatoes (with their juices), white wine, red pepper flakes, and oregano to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until wilted.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, along with the cooked orzo. Toss everything to combine.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese evenly over the top.
Drizzle with lemon juice and garnish with fresh parsley.
Serve the dish warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2137 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.0 g | 99% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.7 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1036 mg | 345% | |
| Sodium | 5971 mg | 260% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 193.2 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.0 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.4 g | ||
| Protein | 168.3 g | 337% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.3 mcg | 101% | |
| Calcium | 1306 mg | 100% | |
| Iron | 17.0 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 3024 mg | 64% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
