Orzo with Grilled Shrimp, Summer Vegetables, and Pesto Vinaigrette

Health score
19%
Orzo with Grilled Shrimp, Summer Vegetables, and Pesto Vinaigrette
45 min.
6
491kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience that captures the essence of summer in every bite! Our Orzo with Grilled Shrimp, Summer Vegetables, and Pesto Vinaigrette is the perfect dish to bring sunshine to your table, regardless of the season. With its colorful medley of fresh ingredients, this recipe celebrates vibrant heirloom tomatoes, tender zucchini, and sweet bell peppers, all grilled to perfection. Add to this a generous toss of orzo pasta that soaks up the flavors, and you have a dish that’s as satisfying as it is refreshing.

The star of the show is undoubtedly the grilled shrimp. Plump and juicy, they are marinated in a zesty pesto vinaigrette that harmonizes beautifully with the other ingredients. Whether you serve it as a main course for a light lunch or as a side dish at a gathering, this recipe is sure to impress friends and family alike with its exquisite flavor and presentation. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can enjoy a gourmet meal without the fuss.

So, gather your ingredients, fire up the grill, and get ready to enjoy a dish that embodies the joy of warm weather dining. This Orzo with Grilled Shrimp is not just a meal; it’s a celebration of fresh produce and good company. Let’s dive into this delicious summer dish!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup basil fresh thinly sliced for garnish
  • ounce mozzarella fresh cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  •  heirloom tomatoes cored cut into 1/2-inch cubes ( 2 cups) (8 to 10 ounces total)
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  • 6.5 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin divided
  • 1.3 cups orzo pasta 
  • tablespoons basil pesto 
  • tablespoons red wine vinegar divided
  • pound shrimp deveined uncooked peeled
  • medium summer squash cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices ( 9 ounces total)
  •  bell pepper red yellow quartered

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • pot
  • grill

Directions

  1. Cook orzo in large pot of boiling salted wateruntil tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally.
  2. Drain. Rinse with cold water; drain well.
  3. Transfer to large bowl and toss with 1 tablespoon oil.
  4. Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat).
  5. Whisk 2 tablespoons oil and 2 tablespoons vinegar in small bowl.
  6. Brush zucchini and bell pepper with oil mixture, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  7. Whisk pesto, lime juice, remaining 3 1/2 tablespoons oil, and remaining 2 tablespoons vinegar in small bowl for pesto vinaigrette.
  8. Place shrimp in medium bowl.
  9. Add 2 tablespoons pesto vinaigrette; toss to coat.
  10. Grill zucchini and bell pepper until crisptender, about 3 minutes per side for zucchini and 4 minutes per side for bell pepper.
  11. Transfer to work surface.
  12. Sprinkle shrimp with salt and pepper; grill until charred and cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
  13. Place shrimp in bowl with orzo. Chop zucchini and bell pepper; add to bowl with orzo.
  14. Add remaining vinaigrette, tomatoes, sliced basil, and mozzarella; toss to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover; chill.
  15. Garnish with basil sprigs and serve cold or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories491kcal
Protein24.06%
Fat50.15%
Carbs25.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.83
Glycemic Load
11.13
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
18.773043466651%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.11mg
Hesperetin
0.45mg
Naringenin
0.3mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.22mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
0.47mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:491.22kcal
24.56%
Fat:27.54g
42.36%
Saturated Fat:7.76g
48.5%
Carbohydrates:31.86g
10.62%
Net Carbohydrates:29.23g
10.63%
Sugar:4.13g
4.58%
Cholesterol:152.18mg
50.73%
Sodium:404.13mg
17.57%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:29.72g
59.44%
Vitamin C:55.03mg
66.7%
Phosphorus:400.64mg
40.06%
Selenium:27.69µg
39.56%
Calcium:279.42mg
27.94%
Manganese:0.55mg
27.73%
Copper:0.48mg
24.24%
Vitamin K:23.56µg
22.44%
Vitamin A:1026.59IU
20.53%
Zinc:2.9mg
19.35%
Potassium:628.83mg
17.97%
Magnesium:71.76mg
17.94%
Vitamin E:2.62mg
17.46%
Vitamin B12:0.86µg
14.36%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.81%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.74%
Fiber:2.63g
10.51%
Folate:40.76µg
10.19%
Iron:1.66mg
9.25%
Vitamin B3:1.37mg
6.85%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.36%
Vitamin B5:0.38mg
3.78%
Vitamin D:0.15µg
1.01%
Source:Epicurious