Description
Lemon Feta Orzo Shrimp is a vibrant and satisfying dish that combines tender orzo pasta, juicy roasted shrimp, and creamy feta cheese. With a burst of fresh herbs and zesty lemon, this Mediterranean-inspired recipe is not just delicious but also quick to prepare—ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Each bite offers a delightful balance of flavors that will leave you craving more. Best of all, it’s flexible enough to adapt based on your available ingredients or personal preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 12 oz orzo pasta
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup baby spinach, roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1 garlic clove, finely grated
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss shrimp with olive oil, salt, pepper, oregano, smoked paprika, and lemon zest. Spread on the baking sheet.
- Roast shrimp for 8–10 minutes until opaque.
- Cook orzo in salted boiling water until al dente; drain.
- While hot, mix in olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
- Fold in cherry tomatoes, spinach, parsley, dill, and feta cheese.
- Top orzo with roasted shrimp and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 215mg