Best 6 Shrimp With Whole Wheat Couscous Recipes

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Shrimp with whole wheat couscous is a flavorful and nutritious dish that combines the delicate taste of shrimp with the nutty flavor of whole wheat couscous. It is a versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish, and it is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

20-MINUTE SHRIMP AND COUSCOUS WITH YOGURT-HUMMUS SAUCE



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This speedy shrimp dish gets you whole grains, protein, vegetables and fruit all ready to go in 5 minutes (Pro tip: prep the couscous while the shrimp broils.)

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup whole wheat couscous
1/4 cup dried apricots, chopped (or golden raisins)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup 2-percent plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon prepared hummus
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint or dill
Kosher salt
1 1/4 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails removed
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon hot paprika
Juice of 1/2 lemon

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler to high. Combine the couscous, apricots and 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a bowl. Add 1 1/4 cups very hot water, cover with plastic wrap and let sit until all of the water is absorbed and the couscous is tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir together the yogurt, hummus, mint and 1 to 2 tablespoons water in another bowl. Season with salt and set aside.
  • Toss the shrimp, tomatoes, the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and paprika together. Spread out on a baking sheet and broil until the shrimp is opaque and cooked through, about 4 minutes. Drizzle with the lemon juice.
  • Fluff the couscous with a fork. Divide the shrimp and couscous among 4 plates. Scrape any of the drippings from the baking sheet into the yogurt-hummus sauce. Serve the shrimp and couscous with the sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385 calorie, Fat 10 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 180 milligrams, Sodium 950 milligrams, Carbohydrate 47 grams, Fiber 7.5 grams, Protein 30 grams, Sugar 8 grams

SHRIMP WITH WHOLE-WHEAT COUSCOUS



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Whole-wheat couscous can have up to six times as much fiber as the regular kind. When you pair it with shrimp and green beans, you've got a protein-packed, satisfying meal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 pound green beans, ends trimmed, halved crosswise
1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn kernels, thawed
1 pound peeled and deveined medium shrimp, tails removed
1 cup whole-wheat couscous
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn into pieces
3 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan with a lid, bring 1 cup salted water to a boil. Add green beans. Cover, and cook over medium-high until crisp-tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Add corn and shrimp; stir to combine. Cover, and cook until shrimp are opaque throughout, about 2 minutes.
  • Add couscous, and stir to combine; cover, and remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes. Add basil, vinegar, and oil; season with salt and pepper, and fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387 g, Fat 10 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 31 g

GREEK SHRIMP AND COUSCOUS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup whole-wheat couscous
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
Pinch of red pepper flakes
2 medium plum tomatoes, diced
1 small bulb fennel, halved, cored and sliced
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/3 cup dry white wine
1 15-ounce can no-salt-added chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 scallions, sliced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Prepare the couscous as the label directs. Cover and keep warm until ready to serve. Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are pink, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a plate using a slotted spoon. Preheat the broiler. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in the skillet. Add the tomatoes, fennel and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender, about 4 minutes. Add the wine and bring to a simmer, then add the chickpeas and 1/3 cup water; cook, stirring occasionally, until the chickpeas are slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Return the shrimp to the skillet and add the scallions and 1 tablespoon dill. Top with the feta, transfer to the broiler and broil until golden, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle with the remaining 1 tablespoon dill. Fluff the couscous with a fork and serve with the shrimp mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 481, Fat 14 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 185 milligrams, Sodium 392 milligrams, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 36 grams

SHRIMP WITH FRUITED COUSCOUS



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This easy shrimp changes expectations on recipes worthy of backyard barbecues. An herb-yogurt-balsamic marinade brings a pop of tangy flavor to the skewered seafood. Serve on a bed of so-simple couscous dotted with orange peel and dried cherries.

Provided by Voskos

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     VOSKOS®

Time 1h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

20 fresh or frozen large shrimp in shells
1 (5.3 ounce) container VOSKOS® Nonfat Vanilla Greek Yogurt
½ cup water
¼ cup white balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
¾ cup chicken broth
⅓ cup orange juice
¾ cup couscous
½ teaspoon finely shredded orange peel
¼ cup sliced green onions
¼ cup snipped dried cherries

Steps:

  • Thaw shrimp, if frozen. Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails intact (if desired). Rinse shrimp; pat dry with paper towels. Place shrimp in a resealable plastic bag.
  • Combine the VOSKOS® Nonfat Vanilla Greek Yogurt, water, balsamic vinegar, vegetable oil, and rosemary in a bowl. Pour more than half of the mixture over the shrimp in the resealable bag; seal bag. Turn bag to combine mixture and coat shrimp. Marinate shrimp for 30 to 60 minutes in the refrigerator, turning occasionally. Reserve remaining marinade; chill.
  • Drain shrimp, discarding marinade. Thread shrimp on four 12-inch skewers leaving a 1/4-inch space between shrimp. For a charcoal grill, place skewers on the grill rack; cover and grill directly over medium coals for 5 to 8 minutes or until shrimp are opaque, turning once and brushing with reserved marinade after turning. Discard remaining marinade. (For gas grill, preheat grill. Reduce heat to medium. Place skewers on grill rack over heat. Cover and grill as directed.) Serve with couscous.
  • Fruited Couscous: Combine chicken broth and orange juice; bring to boiling. Stir in couscous; cover and remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes. Stir in orange peel, green onions, and dried cherries. Serve with shrimp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 159.9 mg, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 24.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 205.5 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

SHRIMP WITH COUSCOUS



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This one-pot wonder that takes its inspiration from paella will impress friends and family and satisfy even the hungriest diners.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp, shelled and deveined
Coarse salt and ground pepper, for seasoning
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
2 leeks, sliced into 1/2-inch half-moons
2 carrots, shredded
5 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 cup couscous
1 cup frozen peas, thawed

Steps:

  • In a 12-inch skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Toss shrimp with salt and pepper. Saute, tossing, until just cooked through, about 3 minutes. Remove.
  • Add remaining tablespoon olive oil to pan; stir in mustard seeds. Cook until seeds begin to pop, about 30 seconds. Add leeks, carrots, and garlic. Cook, stirring often, until leeks are tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in couscous, peas, and 2 cups boiling water; season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat. Cover; let stand 5 minutes. Add shrimp; stir gently.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 30 g

ONE-POT SHRIMP AND CHICKEN COUSCOUS



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This is a great, one-pot, easy weeknight meal. Garnish with snipped fresh herbs and Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Provided by missdrea

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon salted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups broccoli florets
1 (4 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
¼ onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
2 boneless chicken thighs, chopped
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup Israeli couscous, uncooked
1 ¼ cups chicken broth
2 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until butter is melted. Add broccoli, mushrooms, onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper; saute for 2 to 3 minutes. Add shrimp, chicken, and couscous; stir to coat.
  • Add chicken broth and lemon juice and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until chicken and shrimp are cooked through and couscous has absorbed all the liquid and is tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.3 calories, Carbohydrate 36.4 g, Cholesterol 216.3 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 35.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 631.8 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality shrimp: Look for shrimp that are fresh, firm, and have a slight briny smell. Avoid shrimp that are yellow, slimy, or have a strong fishy odor.
  • Cook the shrimp properly: Shrimp should be cooked until they are opaque and pink. Overcooking will make them tough and rubbery.
  • Use flavorful ingredients: The best shrimp recipes use a variety of flavorful ingredients, such as garlic, lemon, herbs, and spices. Experiment with different flavor combinations to find your favorites.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking shrimp, it's important not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the shrimp from cooking evenly.
  • Serve immediately: Shrimp is best served immediately after it is cooked. This will ensure that it is hot and juicy.

Conclusion:

Shrimp is a delicious and versatile seafood that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, there's a shrimp recipe out there to suit your needs. So next time you're looking for a seafood dish to try, give one of these shrimp recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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