Dinner for 6
Shrimp Orzo Salad
Orzo, shrimp, vegetables, herbs, feta, lemon juice, and olive oil combine into a chilled pasta salad.
Typical price
$8.60for 4 servings
$2.15 per serving$8.60 for 4
Typical price: Salefork's estimate of an everyday US shelf price for each ingredient. Pick your city to price it from this week's ad.
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- 30 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 6servings as written
- $$typical cost tier
MediterraneanBudgetFamilySide dishesLunchesDinnersSummer
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Pasta$0.10/oz typical | 8 oz | $0.80Typical price |
| Shrimp$7.99/lb typical | 1 lb | $7.99Typical price |
| Cherry and grape tomatoes$0.30/oz typical | 5.25 oz | $1.59Typical price |
| Cucumbers$0.89 each typical | 1 | $0.89Typical price |
| Swiss, provolone, gouda$0.40/oz typical | 2 oz | $0.80Typical price |
| Fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil)$1.49 each typical | 0.25 | $0.37Typical price |
| Juice, soda and mixers$0.04/oz typical | 1.5 oz | $0.06Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $12.90 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Olive and cooking oilSalt and pepper
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 8 oz orzo pasta
- 1 lb shrimp
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 english cucumber
- 1/2 cup feta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh dill
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Steps
- Boil the orzo in salted water according to the package directions, then drain and rinse it under cold water.
- Cook the shrimp in a large skillet over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until opaque and 145 F.
- Halve the tomatoes, dice the cucumber, and chop the dill and parsley.
- Whisk the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Add the orzo, shrimp, vegetables, herbs, and feta, then toss until evenly coated.
- Chill the salad for 5 minutes before serving.
Swaps
- Shrimp for White fish (tilapia, cod, haddock)about $1.00/lb less at typical prices
- Pasta for Egg noodlesabout $0.04/oz more at typical prices
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