GARLIC SHRIMP & ORZO SALAD RECIPE

Garlic Shrimp & Orzo Salad Recipe image

Provided by V Seward

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 c olive oil
2 clove garlic, minced
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1/4 c white wine
SALAD
3/4 c uncooked orzo pasta
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
1 small green bell pepper, chopped
1/2 c cucumber, seed and chopped
1/4 c red onion, chopped
1 can(s) 2-1/4 oz black olives, diced
2 Tbsp lemon juice, fresh
1 Tbsp olive oil, light
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper

Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, up to 30 minutes.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Using a slotted spoon, remove shrimp from marinade, add shrimp to skillet; cook and stir 2 minutes. Add wine; cook and stir 1-2 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink. Remove to a shallow dish; refrigerate, covered, until cold.
3. Cook orzo according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water. Transfer to a large bowl. Add vegetables, cilantro, chilled shrimp and olives if desired. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients until blended. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.