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Mediterranean Orzo Risotto
Ingredients
An easy Mediterranean play on risotto that features orzo pasta, shrimp, and tzatziki for added creaminess.
1 (16-oz.) bag peeled and deveined large raw shrimp, thawed
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1 Tbsp. finely chopped mint
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 (16-oz.) box orzo pasta
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
1 tomato, chopped
3 cups no-salt-added chicken broth
2 Tbsp. prepared tzatziki
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Mediterranean Orzo Risotto

Mediterranean Orzo Risotto

Mediterranean Orzo Risotto
Two Stars Guiding Stars
  • Servings:Serves 4
  • Prep Time:15 minutes
  • Cook Time:15 minutes
directions
1. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. In a medium bowl, combine shrimp, lemon zest, lemon juice, mint, salt and pepper. Set aside to marinate.
2. In a Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high. Add onion and cook 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened. Add orzo and garlic and cook, stirring often, until orzo is toasted, about 2 minutes. Add vinegar and simmer until liquid is absorbed. Add tomato, broth, salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
3. Bring mixture to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer until pasta is cooked and liquid is absorbed, 10 to 12 minutes.
4. Add shrimp with marinade in an even layer on top of orzo. Cover and cook until shrimp is pink and cooked through, 2 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, about 2 minutes more. Stir in tzatziki and serve immediately.
Hannaford fresh Magazine, May-June 2023

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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