Shrimp and Artichoke Heart Orzo
A delightful dish combining shrimp, artichoke hearts, and orzo pasta.
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 8 ounces artichoke hearts drained and chopped
- 1/4 cup parsley chopped fresh
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped artichoke hearts and sauté for 3-4 minutes.
- Add the cooked orzo pasta to the skillet and toss to combine with the artichoke hearts.
- Return the shrimp to the skillet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the shrimp and artichoke heart orzo hot, garnished with chopped parsley and lemon wedges.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 8gFiber: 4g
