Orzo with Prawns and Feta

This Mediterranean-inspired dish is light yet satisfying, perfect for a semaglutide-friendly lunch or dinner. The juicy prawns bring lean protein, the tomatoes and onion add flavor and antioxidants, and the orzo gives you a gentle carb boost for steady energy. Finished with a sprinkle of feta, it’s fresh, tangy, and delicious.

Ingredients:

• ½ cup orzo pasta (about 90g uncooked)

• 10 medium prawns, peeled and deveined

• 1 small onion, chopped

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 can (250g) plum tomatoes

• 50g feta cheese, crumbled

• 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)

• 1 teaspoon of chili and lime powder (or fresh chili and lime)

• Fresh parsley, chopped

• Salt and pepper, to taste
  
  

Instructions:

1. In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion (and garlic, if using) and sauté until soft.

2. Add the plum tomatoes, breaking them apart with a spoon. Simmer for 5 minutes.

3. Add the orzo and a cup of water.

4. Stir in the prawns and cook for 15-20 minutes, until cooked through.

5. Plate up, sprinkle with crumbled feta and fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

Wellness Tip:

For those on semaglutide, pairing complex carbs (like orzo) with lean protein (prawns) and healthy fats (olive oil) helps keep you fuller for longer and stabilizes blood sugar. If you want to make it even lighter, swap half the orzo for extra vegetables like zucchini ribbons or spinach. Is orzo good for you when you are on semaglutide? Yes, in moderation. Half a cup of dry orzo is a controlled portion that provides energy without spiking blood sugar too much, especially when balanced with protein and fiber in the same meal.

Nutritional Value:

• Protein: 25g

• Carbs: 30g

• Fats: 12g

• Fiber: 4g

• Calories: 360 kcal

  
  (Values may vary slightly based on exact ingredients used.)