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Orzo and Shrimp Salad with Asparagus Recipe

Orzo and Shrimp Salad with Asparagus Recipe

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Ingredients:

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12 extra-large shrimp
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 quarts water
8 oz orzo pasta
1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 green onions, chopped
1 tbsp white balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tsp honey mustard
2 tbsp minced fresh basil
salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

Peel shrimp, reserving the shells. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the garlic and shrimp in 2 tablespoons of olive oil, stirring frequently to keep the garlic from browning. When shrimp are cooked through, remove from heat, cool and cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
Bring water to a boil in a Dutch oven over high heat. Add shrimp shells, boil for 5 minutes, then strain out shells and discard. Stir in the orzo and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in the asparagus pieces and continue cooking until the pasta is al dente, about 4 minutes. Drain into a mesh sieve, and rinse in cold water.
Toss pasta and asparagus with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, shrimp, and green onions until evenly coated. In a separate bowl, whisk the vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, and basil until incorporated. Pour over pasta mixture and toss well; season to taste with salt and pepper. Chill for 2 hours.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	259.58 Kcal (1087 kJ)
Calories from fat	167.78 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	18.64g	29%
Cholesterol	21.64mg	7%
Sodium	457.15mg	19%
Potassium	220.7mg	5%
Total Carbs	19.41g	6%
Sugars	3.55g	14%
Dietary Fiber	2.37g	9%
Protein	5.5g	11%
Vitamin C	6.4mg	11%
Iron	2mg	11%
Calcium	65.8mg	7%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	53.34 Kcal (223 kJ)
Calories from fat	34.48 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	3.83g	29%
Cholesterol	4.45mg	7%
Sodium	93.94mg	19%
Potassium	45.35mg	5%
Total Carbs	3.99g	6%
Sugars	0.73g	14%
Dietary Fiber	0.49g	9%
Protein	1.13g	11%
Vitamin C	1.3mg	11%
Iron	0.4mg	11%
Calcium	13.5mg	7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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