Shrimp and Orzo Pilaf

Health score
15%
Shrimp and Orzo Pilaf
45 min.
8
359kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with our Shrimp and Orzo Pilaf! This dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a medley of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfectly balancing the savory taste of shrimp with the nutty essence of toasted almonds and vibrant vegetables, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household, whether it's served as a main course or a side dish.

Imagine tender, succulent shrimp sautéed to perfection, combined with the creamy, chewy texture of orzo pasta. The colorful mix of bell peppers and carrots adds both freshness and nutrition, making this dish a wholesome option for lunch or dinner. Plus, it’s all brought together with aromatic garlic and a touch of earthiness from the sun-dried tomatoes, creating an irresistible flavor profile that leaves you wanting more.

Ready in just 45 minutes and serving up to eight people, this Shrimp and Orzo Pilaf is perfect for family gatherings or casual get-togethers with friends. With a calorie count of only 359 per serving, you can enjoy this filling dish without any guilt. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your stove, and let the cooking magic begin!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup almonds divided toasted sliced
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • tablespoon butter 
  • cup carrots finely chopped
  • cups fat-skimmed beef broth fat-free
  •  garlic clove minced
  • cup bell pepper green chopped
  • pound orzo pasta (rice-shaped uncooked
  • cup bell pepper red chopped
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 1.5 pounds shrimp deveined peeled
  • 0.3 cup sun-dried olives 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Bring broth to a boil in a large Dutch oven; stir in orzo. Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  2. Remove from heat and cover.
  3. Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add garlic; saut 1 minute.
  5. Add shrimp; saut for 2 minutes.
  6. Add carrot, bell peppers, tomato sprinkles, salt, and black pepper; cook 2 minutes or until shrimp are done and vegetables are tender, stirring frequently. Stir in 1/4 cup almonds.
  7. Combine shrimp mixture and orzo; sprinkle with remaining almonds.

Nutrition Facts

Calories359kcal
Protein30.27%
Fat14.94%
Carbs54.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.35
Glycemic Load
18.43
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
20.033043384552%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.14mg
Catechin
0.07mg
Epigallocatechin
0.15mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
1.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.15mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.53mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:358.85kcal
17.94%
Fat:6.01g
9.24%
Saturated Fat:1.4g
8.78%
Carbohydrates:49.59g
16.53%
Net Carbohydrates:45.44g
16.52%
Sugar:5.23g
5.81%
Cholesterol:140.69mg
46.9%
Sodium:887.05mg
38.57%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.39g
54.78%
Vitamin A:3399.3IU
67.99%
Selenium:38.97µg
55.67%
Vitamin C:41.46mg
50.25%
Manganese:0.85mg
42.47%
Phosphorus:357.95mg
35.8%
Copper:0.65mg
32.65%
Magnesium:89.59mg
22.4%
Potassium:673.99mg
19.26%
Fiber:4.15g
16.6%
Zinc:2.33mg
15.57%
Vitamin E:2.05mg
13.64%
Vitamin B3:2.55mg
12.77%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.39%
Iron:2.08mg
11.57%
Calcium:101.49mg
10.15%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.15%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.17%
Folate:29.78µg
7.44%
Vitamin B5:0.61mg
6.1%
Vitamin K:6.18µg
5.89%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.83%
Source:My Recipes