Roasted Shrimp and Orzo

Show: Barefoot ContessaEpisode: All Aboard

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RECIPE
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Cook Time:
15 min
Level:
Easy
Yield:
6 servings

Times:

Prep: 20 min
Inactive Prep: 1 hr 0 min
Cook: 15 min
Total:: 1 hr 35 min

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Ingredients

Kosher salt
Good olive oil
3/4 pound orzo pasta (rice-shaped pasta)
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (3 lemons)
Freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds (16 to 18 count) shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup minced scallions, white and green parts
1 cup chopped fresh dill
1 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 hothouse cucumber, unpeeled, seeded, and medium-diced
1/2 cup small-diced red onion
3/4 pound good feta cheese, large diced

Directions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

Fill a large pot with water, add 1 tablespoon of salt and a splash of oil, and bring the water to a boil. Add the orzo and simmer for 9 to 11 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it's cooked al dente. Drain and pour into a large bowl. Whisk together the lemon juice, 1/2 cup olive oil, 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon of pepper. Pour over the hot pasta and stir well.

Meanwhile, place the shrimp on a sheet pan, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to combine and spread out in a single layer. Roast for 5 to 6 minutes, until the shrimp are cooked through. Don't overcook!

Add the shrimp to the orzo and then add the scallions, dill, parsley, cucumber, onion, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Toss well. Add the feta and stir carefully. Set aside at room temperature for 1 hour to allow the flavors to blend, or refrigerate overnight. If refrigerated, taste again for seasonings and bring back to room temperature before serving.

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Kim Billerica, MA 11-19-2009
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Great to enjoy a party
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This was a great addition to my party. It was wonderful just to pull the pasta dish done out of the fridge instead of... standing over a pot of water while my guests were here. A couple of things I did.... I roasted the red onions in the oven when the shrimp was cooking with some olive oil and salt (different pan). This cut their sharpness a bit. Also I didn't end up using all of the dressing. Add as you go...and see what you like. I also kept the Feta on the side instead of tossing it in. Everyone had it the way they liked it. Definately will make this one again!Read more
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dana clinton, IA 11-19-2009
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Disapointed
Rated: 1 stars out of 5

I was really looking forward to this recipe after I seen he show, and read all of the ratings. But after I made it, no one in... my family liked it. My husband was trying to be nice and said it was ok. But it was horrible. I followed the recipe exactly, but it's too lemony and too much onion. It calls for green onion and red onion. After it sits that's all you can taste. Wish I would have saved my money and used the shrimp for something else. Read more
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Rhonda Green Sea, SC 11-11-2009
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FABULOUSLY FRESHING!!!!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

A recipe you will crave time & time again, especially in the summer time!! Goes great with toasted french baquette with... garlic & herb spread! I did reduce amount of lemon juice b/c my husband not a big fan but other than that absolutely great!Read more
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Susan Tualatin, OR 10-14-2009
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Fabulous!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I have made this recipe numerous times and just changed a few things. Instead of lemon juice, I use fresh lime juice. ... Omit the feta and add kalamata olives and chopped artichoke hearts. I truly believe the extra 2 teaspoons of salt and 1 teaspoon of pepper in the last step is a typo. The same amounts are listed when making the dressing and that is PLENTY of salt and pepper. Read more
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ELizabeth Willowbrook, IL 10-11-2009
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STAPLE IN MY ENTERTAINING REPETOIRE
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

My sister shared this recipe with me, and I loved every bite of it. The first time I made it, I had a guest who was allergic... to shrimp, so I left it out. It was excellent. Since then I have made it with and without the shrimp. It is superb both ways. This is a nice light meal with the shrimp and a nice salad without it. LOVE IT. Read more
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Lynn Austin, TX 09-28-2009
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A Perfect Salad
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I cannot say enough good things about this recipe. I've made it several times now for parties and pot lucks and people almost... fight over the last bits in the bowl. It just has an amazing mix of flavors; very fresh and bright. Don't skimp and buy precooked shrimp; it is well worth the effort to clean and roast them per the recipe!Read more