"With a lighter and healthier recipe, Orzo, Shrimp and Kale Salad combines farm-fresh ingredients with the natural goodness of orzo pasta for an easy dish...."
INGREDIENTS
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4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
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1 dozen fresh mushrooms, thinly slices
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Pinch of kosher salt
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Water, for boiling
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½ cup table salt
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1 bunch green asparagus spears
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Ice water, to stop cooking
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2 dozen large raw Louisiana shrimp, peeled
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1 (12-ounce) package orzo pasta
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2 cups firmly packed chopped kale
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1 cup firmly packed spinach leaves, stems removed
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1 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
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1 cup red cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 cup yellow cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 cup slivered almonds
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2 fresh lemons
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Freshly ground black pepper