Description
Lemon Garlic Shrimp Bowls with Feta Couscous is a quick and easy meal that combines succulent shrimp in a zesty lemon-garlic sauce with fluffy couscous and creamy feta, creating a delightful explosion of flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp
- 1 pound fresh or frozen shrimp, peeled and deveined
Garlic
- 3 cloves fresh minced garlic
Lemon Juice
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
Couscous
- 1 cup couscous
Feta Cheese
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Fresh Parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook the Couscous: Begin by bringing 1 cup of water to a boil in a saucepan. Add the couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let it sit for 5 minutes until it absorbs the water, then fluff with a fork.
- Sauté the Shrimp: In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Then, add the shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
- Add Lemon and Seasoning: Once the shrimp are cooked, pour in the fresh lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper. Stir well to combine the flavors.
- Combine and Serve: In a large bowl, mix the cooked couscous with the lemon garlic shrimp. Top it off with crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley for a fresh finish.
Notes
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh shrimp and herbs will enhance the flavors significantly.
- Don’t Overcook Shrimp: Shrimp cook quickly; be vigilant to avoid a rubbery texture.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed for your palate.
- Let Couscous Sit: Allowing couscous to sit after cooking helps it achieve the ideal texture.
- Prep Ahead: You can prep ingredients in advance to save time during cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: Lemon Garlic Shrimp, Feta Couscous, Quick Dinner, Healthy Recipe