bowl of Greek style shrimp, feta and orzo.

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chopped onion in a skillet.
  • 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.
parsley added to skillet.
shrimp added to sauce.
  • Add the cooked orzo and stir into the sauce and shrimp. Cook another 2 minutes.  
mixed dish cooking on stove.
feta added to skillet.
bowl of Greek style shrimp, feta and orzo.

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.
bowl of Greek style shrimp, feta and orzo.

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.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dinner, General
Cuisine General
Servings 2 Served

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!
Keyword dinner, greek, healthier choice, pasta, seafood, shellfish
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