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Step 1
1 For the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium-high heat
Step 2
2 Add the orzo and cook according to package directions
Step 3
3 Drain and hold in a colander
Step 4
4 Meanwhile, cut off the root end and dark-green part of the leek
Step 5
5 Cut the remaining white and light-green part in half lengthwise and rinse under cool water to remove any grit
Step 6
6 Cut each half crosswise in half, then cut into very thin strips (julienne)
Step 7
7 Wash and spin-dry the spinach; discard any tough stems
Step 8
8 Cut the roasted red pepper into julienne
Step 9
9 Heat the oil in a medium saute pan or nonstick skillet over medium heat
Step 10
10 Add the leek and cook for 1 minute, stirring, just until it becomes fragrant
Step 11
11 Add the roasted red pepper and shrimp, removing the tail shells as you work; stir until just warmed through
Step 12
12 Remove from the heat and transfer to a large serving bowl
Step 13
13 For the vinaigrette: Cut the onion into thin slices and place in a blender
Step 14
14 Squeeze 1/2 tablespoon of lemon juice into the blender
Step 15
15 Cut the pineapple into small chunks (if necessary) and add to the blender, along with basil leaves, vinegar, crushed red pepper flakes and honey
Step 16
16 Blend on low speed, then add the oil in a slow, steady stream; increase the speed to medium to form an emulsified vinaigrette
Step 17
17 Strain if desired
Step 18
18 Taste, and season with salt as needed
Step 19
19 The total yield should be 2 cups
Step 20
20 Reserve 1 cup for another use
Step 21
21 To assemble: Add the cooked orzo and the spinach to the serving bowl and stir to incorporate
Step 22
22 Pour 1 cup of the vinaigrette over the mixture; toss to coat evenly
Step 23
23 Divide among individual plates
Step 24
24 Top with the cilantro and peanuts (crush the peanuts if desired)
Step 25
25 Serve warm or at room temperature