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Greek Style Shrimp, Feta & Orzo
Published: September 13, 2021
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I found this recipe years and years ago in a magazine and have been making it ever since. Sure, I’ve tinkered with amounts of spices and always use more cheese than recipes call for (hey, I like cheese) but this is pretty much the same as the day I found it. It is a really healthy and very satisfying dinner or lunch. It is great the next day at room temperature or cold too. Try my version of Greek Style Shrimp, Feta and Orzo for a pretty authentic Greek meal.
This recipe easily doubles but since I’m cooking for two that is what has been tested here. And if you like orzo, and the healthier whole wheat orzo, be sure to check out my creamy whole wheat orzo with orange and spinach which has become one of my go-to side dishes lately.
Ingredients and Substitute Ingredient Recommendations
Whole Wheat Orzo: I use whole wheat orzo which can be hard to find sometimes (I usually get mine at Sprouts or Wholefoods) so feel free to use regular orzo. You could also make this using rice or brown rice.
Feta Cheese: When it comes to feta cheese, I just love it. However, to lighten up dishes, I’ll often use low-fat feta and find that it doesn’t take away from the taste at all. Feta is a sharp cheese and the low fat version is just as tasty but saves me a lot of calories, WW points and saturated fat. You decide because both work just fine.
Shrimp: Shrimp is the classic ingredient here but lobster meat, scallops, cod or even chicken could work. I’m sure tofu would work, but I haven’t tried it.
Tomatoes: I use canned chopped tomatoes. You certainly can use fresh chopped tomatoes, but I find that the canned tomatoes are great in this recipe.
Chili Flakes: I use them in the recipe with restraint but feel free to go wild in you like heat or omit completely if you don’t.
Seasonings: The seasoning combination used in this dish (oregano, basil and parsley) are pretty traditional and found in most kitchens. You could play with thyme and rosemary for a completely different flavor profile.
Orzo recipes
Somewhere between rice and pasta in size and shape, this is a pasta but one I kind of use as both. If you get hooked on it, try some of my other favorite orzo dishes:
How to make this Greek shrimp, feta and orzo recipe
- To get started, spray a large skillet with cooking spray and add one teaspoon of olive oil. Heat the skillet to medium heat. Meanwhile, boil salted water and cook the orzo per package instructions. I cook the orzo about a minute less than package instructions and allow it to finish cooking in the sauce.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onion is soft. About 3 minutes. Add the wine and cook one more minute.
- Add the tomatoes, capers, oregano, basil, parsley and fresh pepper to the skillet. I use just a pinch of Calabrian chili flakes to add a little heat. Really good in this dish. Let the sauce simmer for about five minutes.
- Add the shrimp and stir into the sauce. Cook for about 3 minutes. BTW, if you like shrimp and love those Greek flavors, be sure to try my Greek Shrimp with Feta Sauce…so good.
- Add the cooked orzo and stir into the sauce and shrimp. Cook another 2 minutes.
Add the feta and stir through the mix. Cook until the shrimp are cooked through and the cheese is warm.
Serve in shallow pasta bowls and enjoy! .
What to serve with Greek style shrimp feta and orzo
Serve this with my Greek Lettuce Cups and some pita bread and you’ve got a “spread”.
Start the meal with Ouzo and serve with a good Greek wine like Assyrtiko. like For me, this is the perfect midweek meal. It is easy, fast and good for you too!
Frequently asked questions and answers about making this dish
This is typically a quick 30-minute meal. Most recipes can be completed in about 30 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners. The process involves boiling orzo (8-10 minutes), sautéing shrimp (3-4 minutes), and combining everything together.
Yes! This can be made as a delicious one-pan 30-minute restaurant-quality dinner. Many versions are designed as one-pot or one-pan meals where you cook the orzo and shrimp in the same skillet or pot, reducing cleanup time. That is exactly what I’ve done here making this an easy midweek meal option.
Use block feta cheese rather than pre-crumbled for the best texture and flavor. Block feta holds its shape better and doesn’t become as mushy when mixed with the warm pasta. Greek or Bulgarian feta tends to have the most authentic flavor.
Cook shrimp just until they turn pink and curl slightly (2-3 minutes per side). Remove them from heat immediately as they’ll continue cooking from residual heat. Add them back to the dish at the very end to prevent them from becoming rubbery.
This Mediterranean-style recipe can be easily adjusted to get dairy-free by omitting the feta cheese and adding extra olives, herbs, and lemon for Mediterranean flavor, or using a dairy-free feta alternative.
Common additions include cherry tomatoes, olives, red onion, bell peppers, and spinach. The process involves sautéing garlic, tomatoes and shrimp in olive oil, and then mixing everything together with lemon juice, fresh herbs and crumbled feta.
This can be served as a main dish or pasta salad, making it versatile for different occasions. It’s delicious served hot as a main course or chilled as a pasta salad for summer gatherings. The Greek orzo salad version is perfect for warm summer evenings.
Did you enjoy this meal? Please leave a rating and comment below, I’d love to hear from you. Do you enjoy shrimp and shell fish as much as I do? If so, be sure to check out some of my other favorite shellfish recipes. Let me know what you think.
Greek Style Shrimp, Feta & Orzo
A fast, easy and healthy dinner for two includes whole wheat orzo, shrimp and feta cheese. This Greek inspired meal is a winner.
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Ingredients
- ½ Lb. Medium shrimp peeled and deveined
- ½ Cup Whole wheat orzo
- 1 Tsp. Olive Oil
- 2 Garlic cloves finely chopped
- ¼ Yellow onion finely chopped (about ½ cup)
- 1 14.5 Oz. Can chopped tomatoes
- ¼ Cup White wine
- 2 Tsps. Capers
- 1 Tbsp. Chopped parsley
- ¼ Tsp. Dried oregano
- ¼ Tsp. Dried basil
- Pinch of red pepper flakes
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- ¼ Cup Crumbled feta cheese
- Cooking Spray
Instructions
- Spray a large skillet with cooking spray and add one teaspoon of olive oil. Heat the skillet to medium heat. Meanwhile, boil salted water and cook the orzo per package instructions.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onion is soft. About 3 minutes. Add the wine and cook one more minute.
- Add the tomatoes, capers, oregano, basil, parsley and fresh pepper to the skillet. Let the sauce simmer for about five minutes.
- Add the shrimp and stir into the sauce. Cook for about 3 minutes. Add the cooked orzo and stir into the sauce and shrimp. Cook another 2 minutes. Add the feta and stir through the mix. Cook until the shrimp are cooked through and the cheese is warm.
- Serve in bowls and enjoy!
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