GARLIC SHRIMP & ORZO SALAD RECIPE RECIPE - (4.5/5)

Garlic Shrimp & Orzo Salad Recipe Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by Vseward

Number Of Ingredients 18

SALAD:
1 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup white wine
3/4 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup chopped peeled cucumber
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained, optional
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, up to 30 minutes. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Using a slotted spoon, add shrimp; 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. 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. Yield: 4 servings.