Shrimp and Orzo Salad Recipe

Serves/Makes: 4 (about 1 1/2-cup)

Ingredients:

• 1 (12-ounce) package ready-to-cook shrimp
• 7 ounces (1 cup) uncooked orzo* or rosamarina (rice-shaped pasta)
• 3/4 cup sweet peas
• 1/3 cup olive oil or oil
• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup pitted olives, quartered
• 1/3 cup chopped red onion
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 Anaheim chile, sliced
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

How to cook Shrimp and Orzo Salad:

• Cook orzo to desired doneness as directed on package, adding shrimp and peas during last 2 to 3 minutes of cooking time; cook until shrimp turn pink.
• Meanwhile, in small jar with tight-fitting lid, combine oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper; shake well to blend.
• Drain orzo, shrimp and peas; rinse with cold water to cool. In large bowl, combine cooked orzo, shrimp and peas with olives, onion, bell pepper, chile and cilantro; mix well.
• Pour dressing over salad; toss to mix.

Note:
The Shrimp and Orzo Salad recipe easy to prepare and so good!

Comments:
*Orzo, also known as risoni (Italian: “big rice”), is a form of pasta, in the shape of a large grain of rice, slightly smaller than a pine nut. It is often served with a ragu, used in soup, or baked in a casserole.

This recipe for Shrimp and Orzo Salad serves/makes: 4 (about 1 1/2-cup)

The Shrimp and Orzo Salad recipe is adopted from the Pasta – 1996.

Main Ingredient: Shrimp
Preparation Method: Salad 
Cuisine: Italian