Shrimp and Orzo Salad

Shrimp and Orzo Salad

Recipe by Uzo Orimalade from allrecipes.com

Dinner 3 Hr. 45 Mins.

Ingredients

4

4 servings

  • 12 large shrimp - peeled, deveined, and tails left on
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose seasoning blend
  • ½ cup uncooked orzo pasta
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil, or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
  • ¼ teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 pinch salt and ground white pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add shrimp and seasoning; cook until shrimp are bright pink on the outside and meat is opaque, about 5 minutes. Remove shrimp from the water and set aside in a bowl.
  • Pour orzo into the seasoned water and bring to a boil. Cook, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain and add to the bowl with shrimp. Store in the refrigerator to cool.
  • Combine mayonnaise, dill, parsley, basil, mustard, lemon juice, salt, and white pepper together in a bowl. Mix well. Taste and adjust if needed.
  • Remove shrimp and orzo from the refrigerator. Add cherry tomatoes and dressing; stir well. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutritional Facts

Per 4 servings

  • Calories: 177
  • Carbohydrate: 22g
  • Fat: 4g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Sugar: 1g

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