Shrimp Scampi over Pesto Couscous Recipe

Name: Shrimp Scampi over Pesto Couscous
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup fresh basil leaves; 2 tbsp. chopped garlic; 1/4 cup chopped walnuts; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/3 cup, plus 1 tbsp. canola oil; 1 (10-ounce) package couscous; 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes; 1/2 cup chicken broth; Juice of 1 lemon; 1 (1-pound) bag frozen raw shrimp, thawed, shelled, deveined, tails left on; 1 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley; Kosher salt, to taste; Black pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

1 cup fresh basil leaves
2 tbsp. chopped garlic
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup, plus 1 tbsp. canola oil
1 (10-ounce) package couscous
1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
1/2 cup chicken broth
Juice of 1 lemon
1 (1-pound) bag frozen raw shrimp, thawed, shelled, deveined, tails left on
1 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
Kosher salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste

1
Make the pesto: In the bowl of a food processor, pulse together the basil, 1 tablespoon garlic, walnuts, and Parmesan cheese.
2
With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in cup oil.
3
Season with salt and pepper.
4
Make the couscous: In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, bring 2 cups of water and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to a boil.
5
Remove from the heat, stir in the couscous, cover, and let stand for 5 minutes, or while you cook the shrimp.
6
When you are ready to serve, stir half the pesto into the couscous.
7
Cook the shrimp: In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon oil, 1 tablespoon garlic, and red pepper flakes, and cook for 30 seconds.
8
Add the broth and lemon juice, and cook until it bubbles.
9
Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, give it a good stir, and cook until the shrimp is pink and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.
10
Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the parsley.
11
Serve immediately, spooning the shrimp and sauce over the Pesto Couscous.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup fresh basil leaves, 2 tbsp. chopped garlic, 1/4 cup chopped walnuts, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and more.

Yes, Shrimp Scampi over Pesto 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.

Shrimp Scampi over Pesto Couscous

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