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    Lemon-Garlic Shrimp & Asparagus Orzo

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    A delightful combination of lemony shrimp, crisp asparagus, and flavorful orzo, all brought together with fresh herbs and feta.

    Ingredients for Lemon-Garlic Shrimp & Asparagus Orzo

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    Whole Wheat Orzo

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    Vegetable Oil

    tablespoons

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    Garlic Clove, minced

    teaspoons

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    Red chili flakes

    teaspoons

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    Asparagus, trimmed and roughly chopped into 2-inch pieces

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    Kosher Salt

    to taste

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    Freshly Ground Black Pepper

    to taste

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    Peeled And Deveined Medium Shrimp

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    Fresh Basil Leaves, chopped

    cups

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    Lemon Juice, from 2 lemons

    tablespoons

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    Extra Virgin Olive Oil

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    Crumbled Feta Cheese

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    How to Make Lemon-Garlic Shrimp & Asparagus Orzo

    1. Cook Orzo

    Bring a skillet filled with salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook until it's al dente, following the package instructions. Drain the orzo, toss it with a bit of vegetable oil to prevent sticking, and set it aside.

    2. Prepare Skillet

    Wipe out the skillet and return it to medium-high heat. Add 1.5 tablespoons of vegetable oil and heat until shimmering.

    3. Cook Garlic and Chili Flakes

    Add the minced garlic and red chili flakes to the hot oil, cooking until the garlic is fragrant but not browned, about a minute.

    4. Cook Asparagus

    Add the chopped asparagus to the skillet, seasoning it with salt and pepper. Stir to coat the asparagus in the oil and cook until it's tender but still crisp, about 3 to 4 minutes.

    5. Cook Shrimp

    Move the asparagus to the side of the skillet and add the shrimp. Cook the shrimp until they turn pink and opaque, about 4 minutes.

    6. Combine Ingredients

    Once the shrimp are cooked, add the orzo back to the skillet. Toss in most of the chopped basil, lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, and crumbled feta cheese. Stir everything to combine, ensuring the orzo is evenly coated and heated through.

    7. Season and Serve

    Season the dish to taste with more salt and pepper if needed and top with the remaining basil. Serve immediately.

    Variations

    Chicken & Broccoli Orzo with Lemon-Herb Sauce

    Swap out the shrimp for diced chicken breast, asparagus for broccoli, and add fresh herbs like basil or parsley to the lemon-garlic sauce.

    Seared Scallops

    Replace shrimp with scallops for a richer, buttery taste.

    Parmesan & Pine Nuts

    Shave parmesan over the top and add toasted pine nuts for an Italian flair.

    Mediterranean Orzo with Lemon-Oregano Shrimp

    Keep the shrimp and orzo but switch out asparagus for a mix of Mediterranean vegetables like artichokes and olives, and season with oregano.

    Scallop & Zucchini Farro with Lemon-Thyme

    Replace shrimp with scallops, asparagus with zucchini, orzo with farro, and flavor the dish with fresh thyme.


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