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Orzo And Shrimp Salad

Orzo, Shrimp and Asparagus Salad

Erica Dinho
5 from 37 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine International
Servings 6 servings
Calories 700 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 1 pound orzo pasta
  • 1 cup toasted pine nuts
  • 1 bunch cooked asparagus cut into pieces
  • 2 pounds cooked shrimp
  • ½ teaspoon sugar
  • Salt and pepper
  • Juice of 4 lemons
  • ½ cup olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large saucepan of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook until tender, but still firm to the bite. Drain the pasta and set aside to cool.
  • Place the asparagus, pine nuts, and shrimp in a large salad bowl, mix well and then add the orzo.
  • Mix together the lemon juice, salt, pepper, sugar and olive oil in a small bowl. Pour the mixture over the salad and mix well. Keep in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 700kcalCarbohydrates: 61gProtein: 34gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 191mgSodium: 861mgPotassium: 479mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 299IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 102mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Pasta salad
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