⏱ 25 min total

Shrimp Scampi with Broccoli Orzo

Name: Shrimp Scampi with Broccoli Orzo
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: ¼ cup dry Orzo; ¾ cup chopped Broccoli; 1 tsp Olive oil; 1 cloves, minced Garlic; ¼ dash Salt; ¼ dash Black pepper; ¼ tbsp Butter; 4 oz Shrimp; ⅛ tsp Crushed red pepper flakes; ¼ lemon yields Lemon juice; ¼ tbsp Parsley; 1 tbsp Parmesan cheese

Per 1 serving · 254 g · 12 ingredients

Calories

357

18%
of a 2,000 cal day

Protein
25g
28% of calories
Carbs
40g
44% of calories
Fat
11g
28% of calories

Portion

At a glance

One serving of Shrimp Scampi with Broccoli Orzo (254 g) has 357 calories, with 25 g of protein, 40 g of carbohydrates and 11 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from carbs (44% of calories). It is high in protein (50% DV), Vitamin C (75% DV) and Vitamin K (74% DV). Keep an eye on sodium and cholesterol, which provide 34% and 51% of the daily value.

Per 100 g

141cal

low energy density

Protein per 100 cal

Net carbs

36g

carbs minus fiber

Fiber

3.4g

1.5 g sugar

High in

20%+ of the daily value

Protein50%
Vitamin C75%
Vitamin K74%
Vitamin B625%
Vitamin B1256%
Choline20%

Good source of

10–19% of the daily value

Dietary fiber12%
Vitamin A14%
Vitamin E18%
Riboflavin (B2)10%
Niacin16%
Folate (B9)17%

Watch

20%+ of the daily value

Sodium34%
Cholesterol51%

Ingredients

For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.

Directions

Prep 5 minCook 20 min

1
Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the orzo and broccoli according to package directions for al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid (for original 4 serving recipe, 2 tbsp per serving) before draining, leaving broccoli and orzo in the colander.
2
Add half of the olive oil to the pot over medium heat. Sauté half of the minced garlic until golden, about 30 seconds. Return the drained orzo and broccoli to the pot and stir to combine.
3
Add half of the reserved cooking liquid, or more as needed, and cook for 1 minute, stirring.
4
In a large skillet, melt the butter and remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add the remaining garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
5
Add the shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes, then flip and add more salt and pepper. Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, or until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
6
Remove from heat and add a pinch of red pepper flakes, lemon juice, and fresh chopped parsley. Toss to evenly coat.
7
To serve, divide the shrimp and sauce over orzo and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Vitamins & minerals

Amounts for 1 serving (254 g). Bars show % of the daily value.

Vitamins

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Vitamin A	122 μg	14%
Vitamin C	68 mg	75%
Vitamin D	0.2 μg	1%
Vitamin E	3 mg	18%
Vitamin K	88 μg	74%
Thiamine	0.1 mg	6%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.1 mg	10%
Niacin	2 mg	16%
Vitamin B6	0.3 mg	25%
Folate (B9)	69 μg	17%
Vitamin B12	1 μg	56%
Pantothenic acid	1 mg	16%
Choline	107 mg	20%

Minerals

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Calcium	164 mg	16%
Iron	2 mg	19%
Potassium	379 mg	8%
Magnesium	44 mg	10%
Phosphorus	365 mg	52%
Zinc	2 mg	14%
Copper	0.2 mg	25%
Manganese	0.2 mg	10%
Selenium	37 μg	67%

Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Alanine	1 g	—
Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA)	0 g	—
Alpha carotene	17 μg	—
Arginine	2 g	—
Aspartic acid	2 g	—
Beta carotene	304 μg	—
Caffeine	0 mg	—
Cystine	0.2 g	—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)	0.1 g	—
Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)	0 g	—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)	0.1 g	—
Fluoride	0.1 μg	—
Fructose	1 g	—
Galactose	0 g	—
Glucose	3 g	—
Glutamic acid	4 g	—
Glycine	1 g	—
Histidine	0.5 g	—
Hydroxyproline	0 g	—
Isoleucine	1 g	—
Lactose	0.2 g	—
Leucine	2 g	—
Lycopene	0 μg	—
Lysine	2 g	—
Maltose	0.2 g	—
Methionine	1 g	—
Monounsaturated fats	5 g	—
Phenylalanine	1 g	—
Polyunsaturated fats	1 g	—
Proline	1 g	—
Retinol	96 μg	—
Serine	1 g	—
Starch	0 g	—
Sucrose	0.1 g	—
Theobromine	0 mg	—
Threonine	1 g	—
Total omega 3	0.2 g	—
Total omega 6	0.2 g	—
Tryptophan	0.2 g	—
Tyrosine	1 g	—
Valine	1 g	—
Vitamin D2	0 μg	—
Vitamin D3	0.2 μg	—

Burning 357 calories

Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.

68min
Walking (3.5 mph)
43min
Cycling (moderate)
30min
Running (6 mph)
50min
Swimming laps

Common questions

How many calories are in Shrimp Scampi with Broccoli Orzo?

One serving of Shrimp Scampi with Broccoli Orzo (1 serving) has 357 calories, which works out to 141 calories per 100 g. That is about 18% of a 2,000-calorie day.

Is Shrimp Scampi with Broccoli Orzo high in protein?

It provides a solid 25 g of protein per serving (50% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 28% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.

Is Shrimp Scampi with Broccoli Orzo keto-friendly?

It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 36 g of net carbs and 44% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.

How much sodium is in Shrimp Scampi with Broccoli Orzo?

790 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).

How much sugar is in Shrimp Scampi with Broccoli Orzo?

1.5 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size1 serving (254 g)

Calories357

% Daily Value*

Total fat 11g	14%
Saturated fat 3.6g	18%
Trans fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 154mg	51%
Sodium 790mg	34%
Total carbohydrate 40g	14%
Dietary fiber 3.4g	12%
Total sugars 1.5g
Protein 25g

* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

How we calculate this

% Daily Values use FDA reference amounts for a 2,000-calorie diet. The calorie split uses 4 kcal/g for protein and carbs and 9 kcal/g for fat. Claims such as “low sodium” follow FDA thresholds for the serving shown.

Our methodology

Updated October 13, 2026 · Not medical advice

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