shrimp with orzo and feta

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shrimp with orzo and feta

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Shrimp with Orzo and Feta

Shrimp with feta and orzo is a complete meal, but there’s always room for more vegetables! Pair it with roasted vegetables, a Greek salad or grilled zucchini.

Ingredients

1-1/4 cups uncooked whole wheat orzo pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1-1/4 pounds uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Directions

Cook orzo according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Add tomatoes and lemon juice. Bring to a boil. Stir in shrimp. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until shrimp turn pink, 4-5 minutes.
Drain orzo. Add orzo, cilantro and pepper to shrimp mixture; heat through. Sprinkle with feta cheese.