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Peppery Barbecue-Glazed Shrimp with Vegetables & Orzo

Peppery Barbecue-Glazed Shrimp with Vegetables & Orzo

  • Author: AlmaHerzog
  • Total Time: PT30M
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: High-Fiber, Heart-Healthy

Description

In this healthy BBQ shrimp recipe, shrimp are seasoned with a peppery spice blend and served with zucchini, peppers and whole-grain orzo for a delicious and easy dinner that’s ready in just 30 minutes. The shrimp and veggies are cooked in the same skillet, so cleanup is a snap too.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp, thawed
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 0.125 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup whole-grain orzo
  • 3 scallions
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 2 cups coarsely chopped zucchini
  • 1 cup coarsely chopped bell pepper
  • 0.5 cup thinly sliced celery
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Step: Place shrimp in a medium bowl. Combine paprika, garlic powder, oregano, pepper and cayenne in a small bowl. Sprinkle the spice mixture over the shrimp; toss to coat and set aside.
  2. Step: Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Cook orzo according to package directions; drain. Return to the hot pot; cover and keep warm.
  3. Step: Meanwhile, slice scallions, separating white and green parts. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the scallion whites, zucchini, bell pepper and celery; cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes; cook until softened, 2 to 3 minutes more. Add the vegetables to the pot with the orzo. Add salt; toss to combine.
  4. Step: In same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp; cook, turning once, until opaque, 4 to 6 minutes. Drizzle with barbecue sauce. Cook and stir until the shrimp are coated, about 1 minute.
  5. Step: Serve the shrimp with the vegetable mixture. Top with scallion greens and serve with lemon wedges, if desired.

Notes

Frozen shrimp can be thawed quickly by placing in a large bowl with ice water for 20 minutes.

  • Prep Time: PT30M
  • Cook Time: PT15M
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 cups
  • Calories: 360 kcal
  • Sugar: 7 g
  • Sodium: 554 mg
  • Fat: 9 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 41 g
  • Fiber: 10 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 183 mg

Keywords: shrimp, barbecue, orzo, healthy, dinner, quick, skillet

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