Bright shrimp and orzo dish with lemon, veggies, and butter cooked together for a zesty, flavorful dinner.
# What You'll Need:
→ Seafood
01 - 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on or off
→ Orzo & Grains
02 - 1 cup orzo pasta, uncooked
→ Vegetables
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 1 small zucchini, diced
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
08 - zest and juice of 1 large lemon
→ Dairy
09 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
→ Pantry
10 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
12 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
13 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
# How to Make It:
01 - Pat the shrimp dry and sprinkle them with salt and pepper.
02 - In a large deep skillet or sauté pan, melt 1 tablespoon butter with 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Arrange shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side until pink and just opaque. Transfer shrimp to a plate.
03 - Add remaining olive oil to the pan. Sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds. Add diced zucchini and halved cherry tomatoes; cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are just softened.
04 - Stir in orzo and cook for 1 minute to toast. Pour in broth, lemon zest, and half the lemon juice. Bring to a gentle boil, then lower heat and cover. Simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is al dente and most liquid is absorbed.
05 - Return shrimp and any accumulated juices to the pan. Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter and rest of the lemon juice. Stir gently and cook for 1 to 2 minutes to heat through.
06 - Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped parsley, adjust seasoning as desired, and serve immediately.
