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Mediterranean Couscous with Shrimp

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Mediterranean Couscous with Shrimp is a fresh and fast dish that pairs tender shrimp with fluffy couscous, juicy tomatoes, and briny olives. Finished with herbs, lemon, and feta, it’s a vibrant, coastal-inspired meal perfect for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup couscous (instant or pearl)
  • 400g shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup kalamata olives, sliced
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley or dill, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: 1 cup baby spinach or arugula

Instructions

  1. Cook couscous according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
  2. Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
  3. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
  4. Add shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove from heat.
  5. In a large bowl, combine couscous, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and spinach (if using).
  6. Drizzle with remaining olive oil and lemon juice, toss to combine.
  7. Fold in the cooked shrimp, then top with feta and chopped parsley.
  8. Serve warm or chilled as desired.

Notes

  • Use pearl couscous for a heartier texture.
  • Swap shrimp for grilled chicken or chickpeas for variety.
  • Add sun-dried tomatoes or roasted red peppers for extra flavor.
  • A touch of harissa or red pepper flakes adds gentle heat.
  • Best served fresh but can be eaten cold the next day.

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