Shrimp-and-Orzo Salad

By Lv2Cook

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 cup uncooked orzo (rice-shaped pasta)
• 2 cups diced seeded tomato
• 1 cup frozen green peas thawed
• 1/2 cup finely chopped purple onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 pound medium shrimp cooked and peeled
• Boston lettuce leaves (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

Combine first 6 ingredients in a large bowl. Stir well; set aside.

Cook orzo according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain well.

Add orzo and remaining ingredients to vinegar mixture, and toss well. Cover and chill. Serve in a lettuce-lined bowl, if desired.

Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups