Next Generation Life Fitness

Orzo Salad with Grilled Shrimp

Preptime: 15 min.
Cooktime: 10 min.

Calories: 339
Carbs: 35g
Fat: 9g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 29g
Satfat: 1g
Sodium: 577mg

Ingredients:
6 ounces orzo
3/4 cup chopped, fresh tomatoes
1/3 cup pitted, halved olives
1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped, fresh parsley
salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper
nonstick cooking spray
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined

Directions:
1. Bring 1/2 gallon of well-salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook until al dente, about 7 minutes. Drain well and let cool.

2. Place the orzo in a large bowl. Add the tomatoes, olives, red wine vinegar and olive oil. Mix well. Add the fresh herbs. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

3. Spray a grill with non-stick cooking spray and preheat the grill.

4. Grill over high heat, turning once until the shrimp are opaque and browned on the edges, about 5 minutes, total.

5. This salad can be served at room temperature or refrigerated and served cold.