Mediterranean Shrimp Orzo with Feta - a delicious pescatarian spring or summer pasta recipe. This recipe is easy to make and ready in less than 30 minutes.

I love shrimp. For more yummy shrimp recipes try my hot honey shrimp tacos or my lemon butter shrimp orzo.
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Why you'll love this recipe
It is easy to make and ready in less than 40 minutes.
It is pescatarian, and can be made gluten free.
Thanks to the shrimp and feta this recipe has protein and healthy fats.
Ingredients
- bell pepper
- zucchini
- shrimp
- garlic
- lemon
- dill
- feta
- orzo
- olive oil
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Substitutions
- feta - goat cheese or parmesan would also be yummy here.
- shrimp - to keep this vegetarian you could use beans instead.
Step-by-Step Instructions

Cook veggies.

Cook shrimp.

Add everything else to the skillet and cook.

Serve and enjoy.
Storage instructions
You can store the extra pasta in a sealed container in your fridge for up to 2 days. I recommend reheating on the stove.
Recipe Pro-Tips
Use a good quality feta for the best tasting orzo.
I am obsessed with Costco argentine red shrimp. Not only are they a great deal they are also delicious!
Recipe FAQS
Orzo has more protein and fiber than rice. It does have more carbs but only slightly so.
Shrimp are lower in calories but high in protein and minerals.

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Mediterranean Shrimp Orzo with Feta
Ingredients
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 bell pepper - diced
- 1 zucchini - sliced and quartered
- ¼ teaspoon oregano
- ¼ teaspoon thyme
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- 2 servings shrimp
- ½ cup fresh chopped dill
- juice from ½-1 lemon adjust to your acidity preference
- ½-1 block feta crumbled
- 2 cups cooked orzo cook according to instructions, this is from about 1 cup dry orzo
- salt/pepper to taste
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Add a splash of olive oil to a large skillet* over medium heat. Add zucchini and bell pepper to the skillet along with a pinch of salt and pepper along with the thyme, oregano and paprika. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Push veggies to the side of the skillet. Add shrimp and garlic to the skillet along with another small pinch of salt and pepper. Cook shrimp for 90 seconds each side.
- Add orzo, dill, lemon, feta and olive oil to the pan. Toss to combine and cook for another 1-2 minutes. Divide out and serve.
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