Description
This Summer Lemon Orzo Salad with Shrimp is a refreshing and vibrant dish perfect for warm weather. It features succulent shrimp, tender orzo, zesty lemon dressing, and a mix of fresh ingredients that come together beautifully in each bite.
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
- Approx. 18 medium shrimp (thawed, peeled + deveined)
- 1/2 cup orzo, dry
- 1 large zucchini (cut into 1/2-inch half-moons)
- 2 Tbsp olive oil (divided)
- 4 cups baby arugula
- 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
For the Lemon Dressing:
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 a lemon, juice (reserve zest for topping salad!)
- 1 Tbsp white wine vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp honey
- Salt + pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook Orzo: Bring water to a boil and cook orzo according to package directions (about 5-7 minutes). Drain, return to pot, and stir with a small splash of olive oil to prevent orzo from sticking together.
- Cook Zucchini: Heat 1 Tbsp of olive oil in a large pan at medium-high. Cook zucchini for 3-5 minutes until lightly browned on both sides. Remove from pan.
- Cook Shrimp: Heat the remaining 1 Tbsp of olive oil in the same pan. Cook shrimp for 1-2 minutes per side until opaque and pink. Remove from pan.
- Make Dressing: Whisk all dressing ingredients together in a small bowl or shake vigorously in a jar. Set aside.
- Assemble Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine arugula, cooked orzo, zucchini, shrimp, feta cheese, and lemon zest. Pour dressing overtop and toss together. Season with salt and pepper. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Recipe Modifications: You can customize this recipe by swapping ingredients or making it vegan or gluten-free.
- Leftovers + Making in Advance: The salad can be made ahead, and leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Add dressing before serving to prevent sogginess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
