Orzo And Shrimp Salad With Asparagus
But if you're new to the world of zucchini as pasta replacement, this zucchini pasta with lemon garlic shrimp is a fab place to start.
Recipe Summary Orzo And Shrimp Salad With Asparagus
This is a dish that goes together quickly, can be doubled easily, and looks beautiful! Orzo , shrimp and fresh asparagus tossed with a light olive oil, lemon and basil dressing. Perfect for a warm weather picnic. Can be served chilled, at room temperature, or heated!
Ingredients | Shrimp Pasta Recipes Easy Healthy12 extra-large shrimp1 clove garlic, minced2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil2 quarts water8 ounces orzo pasta1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil2 green onions, chopped1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice2 teaspoons honey mustard2 tablespoons minced fresh basilsalt and pepper to tasteDirectionsPeel shrimp, reserving the shells. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the garlic and shrimp in 2 tablespoons of olive oil, stirring frequently to keep the garlic from browning. When shrimp are cooked through, remove from heat, cool and cut into 1/2-inch pieces.Bring water to a boil in a Dutch oven over high heat. Add shrimp shells, boil for 5 minutes, then strain out shells and discard. Stir in the orzo and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in the asparagus pieces and continue cooking until the pasta is al dente, about 4 minutes. Drain into a mesh sieve, and rinse in cold water.Toss pasta and asparagus with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, shrimp, and green onions until evenly coated. In a separate bowl, whisk the vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, and basil until incorporated. Pour over pasta mixture and toss well; season to taste with salt and pepper. Chill for 2 hours.Info | Shrimp Pasta Recipes Easy Healthyprep:
20 mins
cook:
20 mins
additional:
2 hrs
total:
2 hrs 40 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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