Shrimp Orzo Salad Recipe

Prepare the Orzo

Cook 1 cup of orzo pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process and set aside.

Cook the Shrimp

In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 pound of peeled and deveined shrimp, season with salt and pepper to taste, and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and let cool.

Mix the Vegetables

In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of cherry tomatoes (halved), 1/2 cup of diced cucumber, 1/4 cup of finely chopped red onion, and 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley.

Prepare the Dressing

In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of 1 lemon, 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, 1 clove of minced garlic, salt, and pepper to taste.

Combine Ingredients

In the bowl with the vegetables, add the cooked orzo and shrimp. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

Serve

Transfer the salad to serving plates and sprinkle with feta cheese (optional) and extra parsley before serving.