GREEK-STYLE SHRIMP AND ORZO SALAD

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Enjoy this light summery shrimp salad for a lunch or brunch.

Provided by Daily Inspiration S

Categories     Other Salads

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 c uncooked orzo pasta
FOR THE DRESSING
1 Tbsp fresh oregano, chopped or 1 tsp. dried oregano
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper, coarsely ground
1 clove garlic, minced or pressed
3 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
FOR THE SALAD
1 lb cooked medium shrimp, shelled and deveined
1 medium cucumber, seeded and coarsely chopped
3/4 c crumbled basil and tomato flavored feta cheese
1/4 c onion, finely chopped
1/2 c kalamata olives, pitted
leaf lettuce

Steps:

  • 1. Cook pasta according to pkg. instructions - then drain and rinse with cool water.
  • 2. For the dressing, combine all dressing ingredients and shake well.
  • 3. In a large bowl, combine remaining salad ingredients (shrimp through olives) and gently mix. Stir in orzo and gently mix. Pour dressing over salad mixture; cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
  • 4. To serve, line 4 plates with lettuce leaves (or chopped) and spoon shrimp mixture onto each plate.

NIGERIAN UPDATE
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This salad is so refreshing and delicious! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the orzo was cooked al dente. The dressing was tangy and flavorful and the vegetables added a nice crunch. This is definitely a new favorite!


Zubayer Hossin
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This salad is amazing! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the orzo was cooked al dente. The dressing was flavorful and the vegetables added a nice crunch. Definitely a new favorite!


Phoenix BG
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This salad is delicious! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the orzo was cooked al dente. The dressing was flavorful and the vegetables added a nice crunch. Definitely a new favorite!


Haris Haris
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I loved this salad! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the orzo was cooked al dente. The dressing was flavorful and the vegetables added a nice crunch. Would definitely make this again!


Mh Nafizur Rahman
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This is a great recipe! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the orzo was cooked al dente. The dressing was flavorful and the vegetables added a nice crunch. Would definitely make this again!


Madjah Umborasune
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This salad is so refreshing and delicious! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the orzo was cooked al dente. The dressing was tangy and flavorful and the vegetables added a nice crunch. This is definitely a new favorite!


Kristofer Savial
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This salad was a huge hit at my last party! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The shrimp were succulent, the orzo was cooked perfectly, and the dressing was tangy and delicious. Definitely a new favorite!


Lousnow Nieves
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This salad is amazing! The shrimp were cooked perfectly, the orzo was cooked al dente, and the dressing was flavorful. The vegetables added a nice crunch and freshness to the dish. Would definitely make this again!


Md Mohin Oddin
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I was really impressed with this recipe! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the orzo was cooked al dente. The dressing was flavorful and the vegetables added a nice crunch. Would definitely make this again!


Annie Favors
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This is an amazing salad! The shrimp were cooked perfectly, the orzo was cooked al dente, and the dressing was tangy and flavorful. The vegetables added a nice crunch and freshness to the dish. Definitely a new favorite!


noluthando mokoena
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This salad was so refreshing and delicious! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the orzo was cooked al dente. The dressing was tangy and flavorful and the vegetables added a nice crunch. This is definitely a new favorite!


Aishath Zeesha
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Delicious! The shrimp were cooked perfectly, the orzo was al dente, and the dressing was tangy and flavorful. The vegetables added a nice crunch and freshness to the dish. Would definitely make this again!


Deliriously Lowkey
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This salad was a huge hit at my last party! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The shrimp were succulent, the orzo was cooked perfectly, and the dressing was tangy and delicious. Definitely a new favorite!


Eric Pittman
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Loved this salad! It was light and refreshing, and the flavors were spot-on. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the orzo was cooked al dente. Would definitely recommend!


Alberto Durazo
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The shrimp were cooked to perfection and the orzo was nice and al dente. The dressing was flavorful and the vegetables added a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making this again!


Narayan Bhattarai
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This salad was a refreshing and delicious summer meal. The shrimp were juicy and tender, and the orzo was cooked perfectly. The dressing was light and tangy, and the vegetables added a nice crunch. Would definitely make this again!


Dangel Prime Tv
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I was a little hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of shrimp, but I'm so glad I did! The shrimp were cooked beautifully and the orzo was perfectly al dente. The dressing was light and flavorful, and the whole dish came together bea


Ricky Morris
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Oh my goodness, this salad is incredible! The shrimp are so succulent and the orzo is cooked to perfection. The dressing is the perfect balance of tangy and creamy. I'm definitely making this again!


Allen Warrener
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Just made this dish for my family and it was a hit! The shrimp was cooked perfectly and the orzo was tender and flavorful. The dressing was tangy and complemented the seafood and pasta perfectly. Definitely a keeper!