Products used in this recipe
Multi-Grain Orzo, Red Quinoa and Grilled Shrimp Mediterranean Bowl
Yield: 6 Servings (13 oz.)
Yield: 6 Servings (13 oz.)
Hearty multi-grain orzo pasta and red quinoa combined with the Mediterranean-inspired flavors of shrimp, olive oil, lemon and creamy avocado make for a satisfying meal.
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Simplot Harvest Fresh™ Avocados: Avocado Halves, Frozen 12/2lb | 1 half | |
| Simplot Good Grains™: Multi-Grain Orzo, Red Quinoa & Vegetable Blend 6/2.5lb | 40 oz. | 1 bag |
| Simplot Simple Goodness™: Haricot Vert 6/2.5lb | 9 oz. | |
| Olive oil | 6 fl. oz. | |
| Lemon juice | 3 fl. oz. | |
| Water | 2 fl. oz. | |
| Salt | 1/2 tsp. | |
| Black pepper, ground | 1/4 tsp. | |
| Shrimp,16/20 count, grilled, held warm | 24 each | |
| Cherry tomatoes, halved | 6 oz. |
Preparation Instructions:
- Step 1
- Thaw avocado according to package directions.
- Step 2
- Prepare grain blend and haricot vert according to package directions. Chill and hold separately.
- Step 3
- Place avocado, olive oil, lemon juice and water in a blender. Process until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper. Combine 8 fl. oz. dressing and grain blend, toss to coat. Rest for 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
- Step 4
- For each serving; place 8 oz. (1 cup) of grain blend in serving bowl. Top each with 4 shrimp, 1-1/2 oz. haricot vert, and 1 oz. tomatoes. Drizzle with 1/2 fl. oz. avocado dressing.
