Lemon-Garlic Shrimp over Orzo with Greens
Bright Mediterranean shrimp with orzo and greens
Prep 10 min
Cook 10 min
Total 20 min
Serves 4
This lemon-garlic shrimp dish brings the best of Mediterranean flavors to your dinner table. Served over orzo tossed with fresh leafy greens, it’s a quick, nutritious meal bursting with brightness and healthy fats. Perfect for a wholesome Mediterranean kickstart.
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Ingredients
- 500 g shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (divided)
- 4 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 40 g unsalted butter, cut into cubes
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 200 g orzo pasta
- 100 g mixed leafy greens (spinach, arugula, or kale)
- lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Start by seasoning the shrimp with salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Toss gently and let them rest for 20 minutes to enhance flavor.
- Meanwhile, cook the orzo in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add half of the shrimp and sear for about 45 seconds per side until just cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Repeat with remaining shrimp in the same pan, then return all shrimp to the skillet.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Pour in the white wine and let it bubble and reduce for 30 seconds, scraping any browned bits from the pan bottom.
- Stir in the butter cubes and lemon juice, swirling until the butter melts and the sauce becomes silky. Toss in the chopped parsley.
- In a separate pan, lightly wilt the mixed greens with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat until tender but bright green.
- Combine the cooked orzo with the wilted greens, then serve the shrimp and buttery garlic sauce over the orzo mixture. Garnish with lemon wedges for an extra bright finish.
Pro tip: To avoid overcooking shrimp, sear them quickly in batches and remove them as soon as they turn pink and opaque.
Nutrition
This recipe works out to about 380 calories per serving. For the full breakdown, protein, carbs, and fat included, save it in the Forkful app: nutrition is calculated automatically from the ingredient list.
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