Description
A quick and flavorful pasta dish featuring tender shrimp, orzo pasta, bright lemon, and aromatic garlic.
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook orzo according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Stir in cooked orzo, lemon juice, and parsley.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss to combine and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic.
- Garnish with extra parsley and a lemon wedge before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian-American