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Greek Shrimp Orzo with Feta, Olives, and Tomatoes

A quick, comforting dish featuring juicy shrimp, tender orzo, tangy feta, salty olives, and bright tomatoes, all cooked in one skillet in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1.5 cups orzo pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved (or 2 cups diced tomatoes)
  • 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth plus extra if needed
  • 0.5 cup dry white wine optional — can substitute more broth
  • 0.5 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 0.75 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano or 1 tablespoon fresh, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or basil
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prep everything first. Chop the onion, mince the garlic, halve the tomatoes, and pat the shrimp dry.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and a pinch of salt, sauté until translucent — about 4 minutes.
  3. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the halved cherry tomatoes and cook until soft and beginning to release juices, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Push the tomatoes and onion to the side, add orzo to the skillet and toast for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Pour in white wine (if using) and let it reduce for 1 minute. Add broth, oregano, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook according to orzo package instructions until orzo is tender and most liquid has been absorbed.
  6. Nestle the shrimp into the orzo, cover, and cook until the shrimp are pink and opaque — about 3-4 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat, stir in olives and crumbled feta gently so the feta melts just a little into the warm orzo.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

For a leaner diet, substitute whole wheat orzo or reduce the feta. For a vegetarian option, omit the shrimp and add white beans or roasted chickpeas.