Zesty Lemon-Garlic Shrimp Scampi with Pesto Orzo

Ingredients

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup orzo
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/4 cup white wine
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup pesto
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the orzo according to package instructions, then drain and toss with the pesto. Set aside.

2. 2

   2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.