Description
This Lemon Dijon Shrimp Orzo Bowl with Lemon Feta Yogurt Sauce is a flavorful and satisfying dish perfect for a quick and delicious meal. Succulent shrimp, orzo pasta, fresh vegetables, and a tangy yogurt sauce come together to create a delightful bowl of goodness.
Ingredients
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For the Lemon Dijon Shrimp:
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Lemon Feta Yogurt Sauce:
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook Orzo: Cook orzo according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
- Prepare Shrimp: Toss shrimp with olive oil, garlic, Dijon mustard, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Cook shrimp in a skillet until pink and cooked through.
- Make Yogurt Sauce: Mix Greek yogurt, crumbled feta, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Assemble Bowl: Toss cooked orzo with cherry tomatoes and baby spinach. Top with cooked shrimp. Drizzle Lemon Feta Yogurt Sauce over the bowl.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 300mg
