Mediterranean Shrimp Couscous Recipe

Name: Mediterranean Shrimp Couscous
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 tablespoon chopped shallot; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1 cup chopped zucchini; 1/2 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth; 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil); 2 tablespoons capers, drained; 3 cups fresh baby spinach; 1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth; 1-1/2 cups uncooked couscous; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese, divided; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Servings: persons

1-1/2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon chopped shallot
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 cup chopped zucchini
1/2 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)
2 tablespoons capers, drained
3 cups fresh baby spinach
1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1-1/2 cups uncooked couscous
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese, divided
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

1
In a large skillet, saute the shrimp, shallot and garlic in 1 tablespoon oil until shrimp turn pink. Remove and keep warm.
2
In the same skillet, cook and stir the zucchini, wine, tomatoes and capers until zucchini is tender. Add spinach; cook just until wilted. Add broth and bring to a boil. Stir in couscous. Cover and remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
3
Whisk the lemon juice, vinegar and remaining oil; add to the pan. Stir in 1/4 cup cheese, the seasonings and reserved shrimp mixture; cook and stir over low heat until heated through. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.

370

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-1/2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, 1 tablespoon chopped shallot, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided, and more.

Yes, Mediterranean Shrimp 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.

Mediterranean Shrimp Couscous

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