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30-Minute One-Pot Shrimp Orzo Primavera: Easy & Irresistible

One-Pot Shrimp Orzo Primavera

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A quick and flavorful one-pot meal featuring shrimp, orzo, and fresh vegetables.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup orzo
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 zucchini, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add garlic and onion. Cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
  3. Add bell pepper, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes. Cook for 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in orzo and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. Add shrimp, salt, and pepper. Cook until shrimp are pink, about 5 minutes.
  7. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh shrimp for best results.
  • Substitute chicken broth if vegetable broth is unavailable.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat.

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