Description
A vibrant and easy dinner recipe featuring shrimp sautéed in garlic and lemon, tossed with spinach and orzo for a flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
- Cook orzo according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Stir in the spinach, lemon juice, and zest; cook until spinach wilts.
- Add the cooked orzo to the skillet and toss everything together.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired, then serve immediately.
Notes
This dish pairs well with a side salad. For a low-carb version, substitute orzo with zucchini noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 28g