Shrimp is good for you, and garlic and a splash of lemon add freshness to this seafood and pasta dish.
—SARAH HUMMEL MOON TOWNSHIP, PA
START TO FINISH: 25 MIN. • MAKES: 4 SERVINGS
1 1/4 cups uncooked whole wheat orzo pasta
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 1/4 pounds uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1. Cook orzo according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute garlic in oil for 1 minute. Add tomatoes and lemon juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; stir in shrimp. Simmer, uncovered, for 4-5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink.
2. Drain orzo. Add the orzo, cilantro and pepper to shrimp mixture; heat through. Sprinkle with feta cheese.
PER SERVING 406 cal., 12 g fat (3 g sat. fat), 180 mg chol., 307 mg sodium, 40 g carb., 9 g fiber, 33 g pro. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 starch, 1 fat.