Best 7 Chilled Shrimp Caper And Orzo Salad With Sweet Corn And Cherry Tomatoes Recipes

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Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a refreshing and delightful dish that combines the succulent flavors of shrimp, capers, orzo, sweet corn, and cherry tomatoes. This chilled shrimp caper and orzo salad is a culinary masterpiece that will transport you to a Mediterranean paradise. With its vibrant colors and aromatic ingredients, this salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more. Dive into this delectable journey of culinary exploration and discover the perfect recipe to create this mouthwatering summer salad.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED MEATS AND VEGETABLES OVER SAFFRON ORZO



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

5 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup fresh lemon juice, from about 5 lemons
2 cups extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons smoked salt, or kosher salt
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1/2 pound medium shrimp, shelled and deveined
2 ears corn, husked and cut into thirds
1/2 pound cremini mushrooms, wiped clean
1 red bell pepper, halved and cored
1 yellow bell pepper, halved and cored
1 orange bell pepper, halved and cored
Saffron Orzo, recipe follows
4 cups chicken stock
1 teaspoon saffron threads
1 pound dried orzo
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 lemon, juiced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the marinade ingredients.
  • In a large bowl, combine half the marinade with the chicken breasts, chicken thighs, and shrimp. Toss to combine. Cover and let marinate for at least 1 hour. If marinating for longer than 1 hour, make sure to refrigerate.
  • Place a grill pan over medium-high heat or preheat a gas or charcoal grill. Brush the corn with reserved unused marinade and wrap in foil. Toss the mushrooms with 1/4 cup of the reserved unused marinade. Grill the chicken breasts and thighs to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, about 7 minutes a side. Grill the corn inside the foil, for about 5 minutes a side. Grill the peppers for about 5 minutes a side. Grill the shrimp and the mushrooms, about 2 minutes a side. Brush the grilled peppers with the last of the reserved unused marinade. Slice the peppers and mushrooms before serving, if desired.
  • Arrange grilled meats and vegetables over the saffron orzo on a large platter and serve immediately.
  • In a large pot, bring the chicken stock to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low, bringing the stock to a simmer. Add the saffron, stir, and allow the saffron to bloom, about 5 minutes. Return the heat to medium and the stock to a boil, then add the orzo and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain orzo and transfer to a large bowl. Add the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and parsley. Toss to combine.

FRESH CORN SALAD WITH SPICY SHRIMP AND TOMATOES



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This stunning salad is so summer. Made with fresh tomatoes, corn and bell pepper. love the bright colors. My grandmother always said that you should try to always make sure your table is multi-colored - never put out a meal that is monochromatic! It's dressed with a zesty mixture of lime juice, vinegar, olive oil and chile pepper. Bring this salad to your next outdoor get-together. It can stand up to the heat and is totally delectable!

Provided by honeysage.com

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 1 salad, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 ears fresh corn, cleaned and the kernels cut off
1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
10 ounces cherry tomatoes, cut in half
1 red bell pepper (raw or roasted)
1 1/2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon dried ancho chile powder
salt & fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • -Place the corn kernels in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside to cool.
  • In a bowl, mix the cajun seasoning and the shrimp. Over medium heat, put the olive oil in a large skillet. When it's hot, add the shrimp, garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook the shrimp 2 minutes on each side. Remove from the pan to cool.
  • To make the dressing, just combine the lime juice, vinegar, olive oil and chile powder with a small whisk.
  • Place all salad ingredients in a large bowl and pour the dressing over. Toss gently and taste to see if it needs anything (salt, pepper, lime -- ).
  • You can serve it at room temperature, or chilled. Or even slighly warm, I would imagine. It's just delicious, as well as easy and quick!

SHRIMP AND ORZO SALAD



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There are so many shapes of pasta out there. One of my favorites is orzo: rice-shaped pasta. I do not see it used as often as its more popular relatives like spaghetti, penne, linguine et al, which is a shame. I love the fact that orzo can be treated like rice and used to make tomato-based (jollof) or stir-fried dishes. It can be creamy like a risotto or made like rice and served with a stew or sauce. Here I use it to make a cold salad with shrimp and sweet cherry tomatoes. Use a lot of garden-fresh herbs to elevate this salad and feel free to add more vegetables if you want.

Provided by Uzo Orimalade

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Shrimp Salad Recipes

Time 2h45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 large shrimp - peeled, deveined, and tails left on
1 tablespoon all-purpose seasoning blend
½ cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, or to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, or to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil, or to taste
1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
¼ teaspoon lemon juice
1 pinch salt and ground white pepper to taste
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add shrimp and seasoning; cook until shrimp are bright pink on the outside and meat is opaque, about 5 minutes. Remove shrimp from the water and set aside in a bowl.
  • Pour orzo into the seasoned water and bring to a boil. Cook, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain and add to the bowl with shrimp. Store in the refrigerator to cool.
  • Combine mayonnaise, dill, parsley, basil, mustard, lemon juice, salt, and white pepper together in a bowl. Mix well. Taste and adjust if needed.
  • Remove shrimp and orzo from the refrigerator. Add cherry tomatoes and dressing; stir well. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.4 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 96.9 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 14.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 876.6 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

SHRIMP ORZO SALAD



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A half hour is all you need to mix up this colorful crowd-pleaser. Offering plenty of shrimp, artichoke hearts, olives, peppers and a host of herbs, it's a tasty change-of-pace from pasta salads. "The recipe completes any buffet," notes Ginger Johnson of Farmington, Illinois.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 package (16 ounces) orzo pasta
3/4 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled, deveined and cut into thirds
1 cup finely chopped green pepper
1 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and quartered
3/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
1/3 cup chopped fresh dill
1/3 cup chopped pimiento-stuffed olives
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a large bowl; add the shrimp, peppers, artichokes, onion, parsley, dill and olives. , In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, garlic, salt, basil, oregano and pepper. Slowly whisk in oil. Pour over pasta mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 297mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GREEK ORZO AND SHRIMP SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Pasta     Tomato     Buffet     Feta     Lemon     Shrimp     Cucumber     Summer     Healthy     Dill     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 20

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 1-pound boxes orzo (rice-shaped pasta)
1 1/2 bunches green onions, chopped
3/4 pound feta cheese, crumbled
3/4 cup chopped fresh dill
7 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
6 tablespoons olive oil
3 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled, deveined
1 1/2 English hot house cucumbers, quartered lengthwise, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick pieces
2 baskets cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 English hothouse cucumber, sliced into rounds
Fresh dill sprigs

Steps:

  • Cook orzo in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 10 minutes. Drain. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain well. Transfer to large bowl. Add green onions, feta cheese, chopped dill, lemon juice and oil; mix well. Cook shrimp in large pot of boiling salted water until pink and just cooked through, about 2 minutes. Drain. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain well. Mix into salad. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 8 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Mix cucumber pieces and 3/4 of cherry tomatoes into salad. Transfer to clean large bowl. Arrange cucumber slices and remaining cherry tomato halves around edge of bowl. Garnish salad with dill sprigs and serve.

SHRIMP AND ORZO WITH CHERRY TOMATOES AND PARMESAN CHEESE



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Make and share this Shrimp and Orzo With Cherry Tomatoes and Parmesan Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Marie

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup uncooked orzo pasta (rice-shaped pasta)
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided
1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1/3 cup grated fresh parmesan cheese
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to package directions.
  • While pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/8 teaspoon of black pepper evenly over shrimp.
  • Add shrimp to pan; cook 1 1/2 minutes on each side or until done.
  • Remove from pan.
  • Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to pan.
  • Add onion, garlic, and red pepper; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Add tomatoes, and cook 3 minutes or until tomatoes begin to soften, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in pasta and shrimp; cook 1 minute or until thoroughly heated.
  • Remove from heat, and stir in 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, cheese, and basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 731.9, Fat 22.3, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 301.1, Sodium 2430.7, Carbohydrate 80.6, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 9.8, Protein 51

GARLIC SHRIMP & ORZO SALAD



Garlic Shrimp & Orzo Salad image

I enjoy cold pasta salads and rice salads, so I decided to make one with orzo, a rice-shaped pasta. Feel free to add other favorite veggies-like asparagus and green beans-and serve with rolls or pita bread.-Valonda Seward, Coarsegold, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup white wine
SALAD:
3/4 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup chopped peeled cucumber
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained, optional
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, up to 30 minutes., Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Using a slotted spoon, add shrimp; cook and stir 2 minutes. Add wine; cook and stir 1-2 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink. Remove to a shallow dish; refrigerate, covered, until cold., Cook orzo according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water. Transfer to a large bowl. Add vegetables, cilantro, chilled shrimp and olives if desired. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients until blended. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use the freshest shrimp you can find. Look for shrimp that are firm and have a briny smell.
  • If you don't have capers, you can substitute chopped pickles or olives.
  • You can use any type of pasta for this salad, but orzo is a good choice because it is small and cooks quickly.
  • To save time, you can cook the shrimp and pasta ahead of time and then refrigerate them until you are ready to assemble the salad.
  • This salad is also a great make-ahead dish. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This chilled shrimp, caper, and orzo salad with sweet corn and cherry tomatoes is a delicious and refreshing summer dish. It is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it is also a great make-ahead dish. With its combination of fresh shrimp, crisp vegetables, and flavorful dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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