Spicy Shrimp Orzo Bowl

Good Orzo Recipes can be hard to come by. Is it rice? is it pasta? Is it both?

Okay, technically, it’s pasta. But for the purposes of a good meal, it can be treated like rice to make a satisfying grain bowl. This orzo recipe is everything you need for a healthy, satisfying meal. Inspired by Mediterranean flavors, this grain bowl brings together signature seasoned Prime Shrimp, spicy roasted chickpeas, fresh green olives, feta, avocados, and a lemony dressing all overtop a big base of orzo pasta.

This recipe was created not by us, but a fellow lover of Prime Shrimp. We sent Elif Alverson of @elifskitchencom a few packs of Prime Shrimp and asked her to create something delicious. She delivered with this beautiful Mediterranean grain bowl, showcasing the versatility of our Signature seasoning and the ease with which it can be incorporated into an appealing lunch or dinner.

Spicy Shrimp Orzo Bowl

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Servings

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

10 minutes

Ingredients

1/2 box orzo pasta
1 package Prime Shrimp Signature
1 cup green olives, pitted
1.5 cups canned chickpeas, drained
½ cup feta cheese, cubed
1 avocado, sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
1 tsp garlic powder
Cayenne pepper to taste
Salt and Pepper to taste

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Directions

Start by preparing the chickpeas. Preheat the oven to 400. In a bowl, combine chickpeas, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Stir until chickpeas are evenly coated in the olive oil and spices. Spread chickpeas out on a baking sheet and roast in the oven until they turn a deep golden brown and become crispy.
Cook the orzo according to package directions.
Cook the Prime Shrimp Signature Seasoned according to package directions. Set aside.
Prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, combine remaining olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, dill, salt and pepper to taste. Add some red pepper flakes if you like a little spice.
Pour the orzo into a large salad bowl. On top of the bed of orzo, arrange olives, sliced avocado, cubed feta cheese, and shrimp.
When you’re ready to serve, drizzle the dressing over the top and toss to combine. Plate and enjoy!