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Shrimp Orzo Salad with Pesto

Orzo salad is loaded with Juicy shrimp, cherry tomatoes, arugula, and everything is tossed in fresh basil pesto.
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 443kcal
Author Subhasmita

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Dry Orzo
  • 1 pound Medium Shrimp Cleaned and deveined
  • 2 teaspoons Olive Oil
  • 10 oz Cherry Tomatoes
  • 2 cups Arugula
  • ⅓ - ½ cup Fresh Pesto
  • Parmesan to garnish

Shrimp Seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Paprika
  • Salt and Pepper to Taste

Instructions

  • Cook Orzo pasta as per package instructions. (Make sure to add enough salt to the water while cooking) . Darin and let it cool down completely.
  • Heat oil in a pan. Add shrimp to the pan, season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
  • Cut cherry tomatoes to half.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add orzo, arugula, halved tomatoes, and shrimp. Add 3-4 tablespoons of pesto. Toss everything well.
  • Serve with more pesto and parmesan shavings on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 443kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 160mg | Sodium: 786mg | Potassium: 339mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 869IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 165mg | Iron: 3mg