Orzo Salad with Shrimp
This chilled shrimp and orzo salad combines seasoned shrimp and tender pasta with cherry tomatoes, fresh dill, parsley, basil, mayonnaise, mustard, and lemon juice. Its creamy herb dressing brings bright, tangy flavor to every bite, making it a refreshing choice for lunch or a light dinner.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Orzo Salad with Shrimp, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 14 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 64
- Heart Health
- 63
- Metabolic
- 24
- Digestive
- 42
- Inflammatory
- 61
- Performance
- 50
- General Wellness
- 1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add shrimp and seasoning; cook until shrimp are bright pink on the outside and meat is opaque, about 5 minutes. Remove shrimp from the water and set aside in a bowl.
- 2
Pour orzo into the seasoned water and bring to a boil. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain and add to the bowl with shrimp. Refrigerate to cool.
- 3
Combine mayonnaise, dill, parsley, basil, mustard, lemon juice, salt, and white pepper in a bowl. Mix well. Taste and adjust if needed.
- 4
Remove shrimp and orzo from the refrigerator. Add cherry tomatoes and dressing; stir well. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Calories 179.03 kcal Moderate 9%
- Protein 15.96 g Good Source 32%
- Carbohydrate 22.73 g 8%
- Total Fat 3.2 g Low Source 4%
- Saturated Fat 0.43 g Low Source 2%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 98.13 mg High 33%
- Sodium 120.21 mg Moderate 5%
- Dietary Fiber 2.06 g Low Source 7%
- Total Sugars 2.42 g --
- Added Sugars 0.03 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 52.88 mg Low Source 4%
- Iron 1.92 mg Moderate 11%
- Potassium 217.24 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin A 78.77 mcg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin C 4.54 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Shellfish 🦐
- Eggs 🥚
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Mustard
- Tomatoes 🍅
About This Recipe
Orzo Salad with Shrimp is an American side dish recipe made with 14 ingredients. It takes about 45 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include All Purpose Seasoning, Cherry Tomato, Curly Parsley, and Fresh Basil. Each serving provides about 179.03 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Orzo Salad with Shrimp?
- It is an American salad recipe made with 14 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Orzo Salad with Shrimp made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Seasoning, Cherry Tomato, Curly Parsley, Fresh Basil, Fresh Dill. The full list of 14 is above.
- How long does it take to make Orzo Salad with Shrimp?
- About 45 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 179.03 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Orzo Salad with Shrimp easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 14 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Orzo Salad with Shrimp healthy?
- Orzo Salad with Shrimp has an easyChef Pro health score of 53/100. Per serving, it provides 179.03 calories and 15.96 g of protein, or 32% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 120.21 mg (5% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Shellfish, Eggs, Wheat, Gluten, Mustard and Tomatoes, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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