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Lemon-dill Shrimp With Grecian Orzo Salad Recipe


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Ingredients
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt .
  • 1 c orzo pasta .
  • 1 1/2 tbsps finely sliced fresh oregano .
  • Salad .
  • 1/4 c fresh lemon juice .
  • 1/2 c olive oil .
  • 2 tbsps thinly sliced scallions, including tender green parts .
  • Other .
  • 16 large shrimp, peeled & deveined (about 1 lb.) .
  • 1 tsp grated lemon zest .
  • 1/4 tsp fresh ground pepper .
  • 1 tsp minced garlic .
  • 2 oz feta cheese, crumbled .
  • 1/3 c pitted kalamata olives, quartered .
  • 1 tbsp finely sliced fresh dill .
  • Vinaigrette .
  • 4 metal skewers (or bamboo skewers soaked in water for at least 30 mins) .
  • 3/4 c finely sliced red bell peppers

Directions
  • Step #1 Make the vinaigrette: in a bowl, whisk together the lemon zest, olive oil, dill, salt, lemon juice, garlic, & pepper.
  • Step #2 Place the shrimp in a medium bowl; pour ¼ c vinaigrette over the shrimp; toss to coat well.
  • Step #3 Cover up with plastic wrap & put in the fridge for about 30 mins.
  • Step #4 Bring a medium saucepan ¾ full of salted water to a boil; add pasta & cook this until al dente; drain then place this in a bowl.
  • Step #5 To the orzo, add the remaining vinaigrette & the feta cheese; toss well.
  • Step #6 Add the bell pepper, olives, scallions, & oregano; toss well.
  • Step #7 Thread 4 shrimp onto each skewer, bending each shrimp almost in half so that the skewer passes through it twice.
  • Step #8 Place the shrimp directly over high heat & grill, turning once, until just opaque inside with lightly browned edges, 4-5 mins total.
  • Step #9 Serve shrimp as soon as possible with the pasta.
  • Enjoy the Lemon-Dill Shrimp With Grecian Orzo Salad recipe

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