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

Muhammad Ahsan
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This dish is perfect for a summer cookout. It's light and refreshing.


Xyshsj
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I love the fact that this recipe is healthy and delicious. It's a great option for a weeknight meal.


Richard Obumneme
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I'm always looking for new and easy recipes. This one definitely fits the bill.


JP ALAM
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat seafood. My kids loved the shrimp and couscous.


Rayen Br
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to others. It's easy to make and very flavorful.


Aal Mizneen
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. My family loves it!


Shair Mohammad
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I thought this dish was just okay. The shrimp were a little overcooked and the couscous was a bit bland.


Jam Ameer
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This recipe was a little too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. I'll definitely make it again, but I'll use less chili powder.


Mamun Uddin
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I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I really enjoyed this dish. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the couscous was very flavorful.


Mariama Kaba
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a big success. Everyone loved it!


Nkosikhona Mazibuko
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The combination of shrimp and couscous is delicious. I also liked the addition of the vegetables.


Sojib Akash
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I love that this recipe is so easy to make. I was able to get dinner on the table in under 30 minutes.


Busisiwe Mnyadi
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This shrimp and whole wheat couscous dish was a hit with my family! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the couscous was fluffy and flavorful.