For an extra layer of flavor, consider grilling the red bell pepper before dicing. Freshly grated Parmesan cheese is highly recommended for the best taste and texture. Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your desired level of spice.
Shrimp Orzo Pesto
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME25 mins
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SERVING3 People
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VIEWS100
A vibrant and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired pasta dish, featuring tender shrimp, perfectly cooked orzo, and a zesty pesto sauce. This quick and easy recipe is a delightful weeknight meal that brings a taste of the Italian coast to your table.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate59 g
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Cholesterol174 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein32 g
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Saturated Fat5 g
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Sodium366 mg
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Sugar4 g
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Fat24 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
11 mins
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in boiling water, occasionally stirring until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and transfer to a bowl; mix 2 teaspoons pesto and 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil into orzo.
02
Step
5 mins
Heat remaining tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil in a skillet; cook and stir shrimp, red bell pepper, and capers in hot oil until shrimp is heated through, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir remaining teaspoon pesto, oregano, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper into shrimp mixture; cook and stir until combined, 1 to 2 minutes.
03
Step
1 mins
Mix orzo into shrimp mixture; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and drizzle with olive oil.
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Scarlett Spinka
May 28, 2025The capers really make this dish special.
Destinee Wiza
May 24, 2025This recipe is so easy and delicious! My family loves it.
Vanessa Kilback
Jan 2, 2025Quick, easy, and flavorful - perfect for a busy weeknight.
Shanelle Aufderhar
Dec 10, 2024I added some spinach for extra greens and it was great!
Hailey Ledner
Jul 5, 2024I used sun-dried tomato pesto and it was amazing!