Best 9 Spinach Orzo Salad With Shrimp Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our delightful Spinach Orzo Salad with Shrimp, a vibrant and flavorful dish that will tantalize your taste buds. This satisfying salad combines the goodness of spinach, orzo pasta, succulent shrimp, and a medley of fresh vegetables, all harmonized with a tangy lemon-herb dressing.

Uncover the secrets behind this delectable creation as we guide you through the step-by-step recipe, ensuring perfect texture and flavors in every bite. Discover variations that cater to diverse dietary preferences, including a vegetarian option that swaps shrimp for roasted chickpeas.

Explore the culinary versatility of orzo pasta in our Orzo Salad with Roasted Vegetables, a vibrant and colorful dish packed with roasted vegetables and a zesty vinaigrette dressing.

For a satisfying and protein-rich meal, delve into our Orzo Salad with Chicken and Feta, where tender chicken, flavorful feta cheese, and a refreshing lemon-herb dressing come together in perfect harmony.

Satisfy your pasta cravings with our classic Italian Orzo Pasta Salad, a delightful combination of orzo pasta, fresh vegetables, and a tangy vinaigrette dressing.

Embark on a culinary adventure and explore the diverse flavors of our Spinach Orzo Salad with Shrimp and its accompanying recipes. Let your taste buds rejoice as you create these delectable dishes that promise a memorable dining experience.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY ORZO WITH SPINACH AND SHRIMP



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A nice alternative to the traditional risotto, and much easier too! It was so easy to make with any add-in's you have on hand.

Provided by Cookin in NJ

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup orzo pasta
1 1/4 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 1/4 cups water
1 tablespoon butter
3 garlic cloves, minced (or to your liking)
1 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1 tomatoes, cored and seeded
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 ounce fresh parmesan cheese, grated
12 large shrimp
1/2 tablespoon creole seasoning (optional)
salt and pepper
1 dash red pepper (optional)

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet.
  • Add garlic and sauté for 2 minutes.
  • Add orzo and sauté for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add chicken broth and water, bring to a boil.
  • Once at a boil reduce heat to a simmer uncovered.
  • Meanwhile core, seed and dice the tomatoes and thaw and strain the spinach.
  • Once the liquid in the orzo begins to absorb (about 5 minutes) add the tomatoes and stir.
  • Let this simmer for another 5 minutes then add the spinach and stir.
  • Cook until the liquid is fully absorbed (about another 15 minutes).
  • In a separate pan sauté the shrimp and sprinkle with creole seasoning (optional, you can use whatever spice you like) until cooked.
  • Add the cheeses and fresh basil, red pepper (optional) to the orzo and stir, then add in the shrimp and serve!

ORZO SALAD WITH SHRIMP AND FETA



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Broiled shrimp mixed with lemon, scallions, fresh herbs, crunchy cucumber, salty feta and olives makes this an elegant pasta salad. Serve it as a hearty side dish or easy main course.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 25m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt
8 ounces orzo pasta (about 2 cups)
1/2 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails removed), coarsely chopped
1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
Freshly ground pepper
Grated zest of 2 lemons, plus 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
4 scallions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
1/2 cup chopped fresh dill
1 cup diced English cucumber
4 ounces crumbled feta cheese
3 tablespoons halved pitted kalamata olives

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente (about 2 minutes less than the label directs). Drain and rinse under cool water; shake off the excess. Transfer to a large bowl and set aside, stirring occasionally to prevent clumping, while you make the shrimp.
  • Toss the shrimp on a baking sheet with 1 tablespoon olive oil, the garlic, and salt and pepper to taste; arrange in a single layer. Broil the shrimp, turning once, until opaque and just cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add the shrimp, lemon zest and juice, scallions, mint, dill, cucumber, feta, olives and the remaining 1/3 cup olive oil to the bowl with the pasta; toss. Serve immediately or refrigerate, covered, up to 6 hours. (Bring to room temperature before serving.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 522 calorie, Fat 28 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Cholesterol 97 milligrams, Sodium 830 milligrams, Carbohydrate 48 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 20 grams, Sugar 4 grams

SPINACH-ORZO SALAD WITH SHRIMP RECIPE - (4.7/5)



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Provided by courtneyj87

Number Of Ingredients 14

Kosher salt
1/2 cup orzo
4 cups spinach, thinly sliced
10 medium radishes, quartered
1 small cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced
1/2 red onion, quartered and thinly sliced
1/4 cup pitted oil-cured olives, chopped
1/2 cup packed fresh mint, chopped
1/2 cup packed fresh parsley, chopped
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Freshly ground pepper
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain, rinse with cold water and shake dry. Meanwhile, toss the spinach, radishes, cucumber, onion, olives, mint, parsley and 1/3 cup each lemon juice and olive oil in a large bowl. Add the orzo and season with salt and pepper. Toss the shrimp with the remaining 2 tablespoons each lemon juice and olive oil in a bowl. Arrange on a foil-lined broiler pan and broil until slightly pink, 1 to 2 minutes. Turn and broil until just cooked through, 2 to 3 more minutes. Divide the salad among plates. Top with the shrimp, sprinkle with the feta and season with pepper.

ORZO AND SPINACH SALAD



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The dressing is what makes this orzo salad recipe special. If you taste it on its own, it seems strong and tangy. But once it's combined with the orzo and other ingredients, magic happens. From the spicy taste of cumin to the minty taste of thyme, you can taste each spice. This salad is cool and full of Mediterranean flavors....

Provided by Grace Pulley

Categories     Pasta Salads

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 18

3/4 lb orzo pasta, uncooked
1 Tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
1/2 c olive oil, extra virgin
3 Tbsp white wine vinegar
3 Tbsp lemon juice, fresh
1 tsp coarse ground black pepper
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 pinch dried thyme
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp ground cumin
3 oz fresh spinach leaves, washed and torn into bite-size pieces
1 red bell peppper, chopped
1/2 c Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
1/2 c scallions, minced
2 tsp capers, rinsed and drained
3 Tbsp Feta cheese, crumbled
3 Tbsp pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • 1. Cook orzo 8 to 10 minutes or al dente. Rinse briefly in cold water, drain and add to a large bowl.
  • 2. Toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  • 3. Prepare the dressing by combining the remaining oil through cumin, whisking until smooth.
  • 4. Toss with orzo.
  • 5. Add spinach, pepper, olives, scallions, and capers. At this point, salad can be refrigerated for several hours.
  • 6. At serving time, add crumbled Feta cheese and pine nuts.

SHRIMP ORZO SALAD



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A half hour is all you need to mix up this colorful crowd-pleaser. Offering plenty of shrimp, artichoke hearts, olives, peppers and a host of herbs, it's a tasty change-of-pace from pasta salads. "The recipe completes any buffet," notes Ginger Johnson of Farmington, Illinois.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 package (16 ounces) orzo pasta
3/4 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled, deveined and cut into thirds
1 cup finely chopped green pepper
1 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and quartered
3/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
1/3 cup chopped fresh dill
1/3 cup chopped pimiento-stuffed olives
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a large bowl; add the shrimp, peppers, artichokes, onion, parsley, dill and olives. , In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, garlic, salt, basil, oregano and pepper. Slowly whisk in oil. Pour over pasta mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 297mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPINACH AND ORZO SALAD



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A light, easy-to-make salad that's pleasing to the palate.

Provided by Christine R.

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) package uncooked orzo pasta
1 (10 ounce) package baby spinach leaves, finely chopped
½ pound crumbled feta cheese
½ red onion, finely chopped
¾ cup pine nuts
½ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
½ cup olive oil
½ cup balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add orzo and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and rinse with cold water. Transfer to a large bowl and stir in spinach, feta, onion, pine nuts, basil and white pepper. Toss with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Refrigerate and serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490.5 calories, Carbohydrate 49 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 26.9 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 15.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 349.2 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

SHRIMP AND ORZO SALAD



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There are so many shapes of pasta out there. One of my favorites is orzo: rice-shaped pasta. I do not see it used as often as its more popular relatives like spaghetti, penne, linguine et al, which is a shame. I love the fact that orzo can be treated like rice and used to make tomato-based (jollof) or stir-fried dishes. It can be creamy like a risotto or made like rice and served with a stew or sauce. Here I use it to make a cold salad with shrimp and sweet cherry tomatoes. Use a lot of garden-fresh herbs to elevate this salad and feel free to add more vegetables if you want.

Provided by Uzo Orimalade

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Shrimp Salad Recipes

Time 2h45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 large shrimp - peeled, deveined, and tails left on
1 tablespoon all-purpose seasoning blend
½ cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, or to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, or to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil, or to taste
1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
¼ teaspoon lemon juice
1 pinch salt and ground white pepper to taste
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • 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.
  • 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. Store in the refrigerator to cool.
  • Combine mayonnaise, dill, parsley, basil, mustard, lemon juice, salt, and white pepper together in a bowl. Mix well. Taste and adjust if needed.
  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.4 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 96.9 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 14.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 876.6 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

ROASTED SHRIMP AND ORZO



Roasted Shrimp and Orzo image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

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

Steps:

  • 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.

SPINACH ORZO SALAD



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This incredibly tasty salad couldn't be any easier to put together, and since it feeds a bunch, you won't have to double the recipe for potlucks or picnics. Chill it for about an hour to bring out all the fresh flavors. Donna Bardocz - Howell, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (16 ounces) orzo pasta
6 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 8 cups), finely chopped
3/4 cup finely chopped red onion
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
3/4 cup reduced-fat balsamic vinaigrette
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Cook orzo according to package directions. Drain ozo; rinse with cold water and drain well., In a large bowl, combine spinach, onion, cheese and orzo. Mix vinaigrette, basil and pepper; toss gently with spinach mixture. Refrigerate until serving. Stir in pine nuts just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 279mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh spinach for this salad. If you only have frozen spinach on hand, be sure to thaw and squeeze out all the excess water before using it.
  • If you don't have any orzo on hand, you can substitute another small pasta shape, such as ditalini or penne.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to this salad, such as diced cucumbers, bell peppers, or zucchini.
  • For a more flavorful salad, marinate the shrimp in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs before cooking them.
  • If you're short on time, you can use pre-cooked shrimp for this salad.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh herbs, such as parsley, cilantro, or basil, before serving.

Conclusion:

Spinach orzo salad with shrimp is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for a summer meal. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's easy to make. So next time you're looking for a light and refreshing salad, give this one a try.

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