Lemon Orzo Pasta with Shrimp

20m
Serves 3
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Directions

  1. 1Dry the shrimp and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  2. 2Sear shrimp on medium-high heat for 2–3 minutes per side. Set aside.
  3. 3Add shallots and garlic to the pan and cook for a few minutes.
  4. 4Add orzo pasta and cook for 2–3 minutes.
  5. 5Add broth and cook for 8–10 minutes.
  6. 6Add light cream and a squeeze of lemon.
  7. 7Add asparagus and cook for a few minutes.
  8. 8Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
  9. 9Turn off heat and add a tablespoon of butter.
  10. 10Plate and garnish with parsley and chili flakes (optional).

Ingredients

  • 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 0 salt
  • 0 pepper
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 3 seconds avocado oil spray
  • 1 shallot, finely minced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup dry orzo pasta
  • 2.5 cups lower-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 0.25 cup fat free half n half
  • 1 lemon
  • 1 asparagus bunch, chopped
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 0 chopped parsley
  • 0 chili flakes

Equipment

frying panpaper towelspoonwooden spatula