Healthy Meals: Shrimp Orzo with Feta

 

Ingredients

• 1-1/4 cups uncooked whole wheat orzo pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1-1/4 pounds uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Directions

1. 1. Cook orzo according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Add tomatoes and lemon juice. Bring to a boil. Stir in shrimp. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until shrimp turn pink, 4-5 minutes.
2. 2. Drain orzo. Add orzo, cilantro and pepper to shrimp mixture; heat through. Sprinkle with feta cheese.