Greek Shrimp With Orzo

Wendy H.'s Note:

from Weight Watchers' website - 7 points per serving

• Total Time: 30 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

• 12 ounces orzo pasta , uncooked
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• ½ cup onion , chopped
• 1 medium green pepper , chopped
• 2 medium garlic cloves , minced
• 28 ounces diced tomatoes , diced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 lb medium shrimp , peeled and deveined
• ¼ cup fresh basil , chopped
• 2 tablespoons feta cheese , crumbled

Directions:

1. Cook orzo in salted water according to package directions without added fat.
2. Drain and set aside.
3. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
4. Add onion, pepper and garlic; cook until soft, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes.
5. Add tomatoes and oregano; bring to a simmer. Add shrimp and cook until shrimp are bright pink and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
6. Spoon cooked orzo into shrimp mixture; stir to combine.
7. Remove from heat and stir in basil.
8. Spoon about 1 1/4 cups of orzo-shrimp mixture onto each of six plates and top each with 1 teaspoon of feta.

Reviews

[new2cookin]

I had this at a friend's house and begged her for the recipe. It was delicious! I tried it on my own and it was so easy to make. I can't believe something that tastes so good can be so healthy!