Grilled Shrimp and Vegetable Skewers over Cheesy Whole Grain Orzo

Prepare pasta according to package instructions. In a medium bowl, toss the cooked, drained orzo with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, and the Parmigiano-Reggiano.
While the pasta is cooking, thread the shrimp, tomatoes, and zucchini pieces on 4 long, metal grill skewers, alternating so that each skewer has an assortment of veggies and shrimp. Set the prepared skewers on a large plate or baking sheet.
Mix the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl, then drizzle over the skewers.
Grill the skewers for 3-5 minutes on each side, until shrimp is opaque and veggies begin to soften.
Divide orzo into 4 portions and top each portion of orzo with 1 long skewer of cooked shrimp and vegetables.

Banner Image:

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Grain:

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Ingredients:

8 ounces whole grain orzo

¼ cup ﬁnely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 pint cherry tomatoes

1 medium zucchini, chopped into large chunks

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided

2 tablespoons lemon juice

½ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon pepper

Active time:

30 minutes

Yield:

4 servings

Nutrition:

Calories: 430, Total Fat: 14g, Saturated Fat: 2.5g, Sodium: 530mg, Carbohydrate: 47g, Fiber: 7g, Total Sugar: 5g (Added Sugar: 0g), Protein: 33g

Author:

An Oldways recipe, courtesy of Kelly Toups

Diet:

Mediterranean Diet

Recipe tags:

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Course:

Main dishes

Meal:

Dinner

Rating:

Description:

Shrimp is one of the most kid-friendly seafood options available. Let older children help you prepare the skewers. When kids are invested in the meal preparation, they are often more likely to taste (and enjoy) the meal.

Serving Size:

1/4 recipe