Cherry Tomatoes And Shrimp Over Parmesan Couscous

Name: Cherry Tomatoes And Shrimp Over Parmesan Couscous
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1/4 cup white wine; 4 cups cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 teaspoon salt, divided; 1 cup fresh basil, coarsely chopped; 1 3/4 cups water; 1 1/4 cups couscous; 1 1/4 cups parmesan cheese, freshly grated (5 oz.)

Servings: persons

5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup white wine
4 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1 cup fresh basil, coarsely chopped
1 3/4 cups water
1 1/4 cups couscous
1 1/4 cups parmesan cheese, freshly grated (5 oz.)

1
Heat 4 Tbs of the olive oil in a large skillet over LOW heat until hot.
2
Add the garlic and crushed red pepper.
3
Simmer for about 5 min, stirring occasionally.
4
Add the wine, and increase the heat to medium-low.
5
Gently boil for about 2 minute.
6
Increase the heat again to medium - medium high and add the tomatoes, shrimp and 3/4 tsp salt.
7
Cook for 2-3 min more, or until the shrimp turn pink, stirring occasionally.
8
Stir in the basil.
9
Meanwhile, bring the water, remaining 1 Tbs olive oil and remaining 1/4 tsp salt to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium high heat.
10
Remove from the heat and stir in the couscous.
11
Cover and let stand for 5 minutes.
12
Toss with 1 cup of the cheese.
13
Transfer the cooked couscous to a serving bowl and top with the shrimp and tomatoes.
14
Sprinkle the top with the remaining 1/4 cup of cheese.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided, 6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced, 1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, 1/4 cup white wine, and more.

Yes, Cherry Tomatoes And Shrimp Over Parmesan Couscous falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!