Couscous Salad with Grilled Shrimp Scampi

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this bright and flavorful Couscous Salad with Grilled Shrimp Scampi! This Mediterranean-inspired dish combines fluffy couscous, tangy feta cheese, and crisp vegetables like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion for a refreshing base. Topped with succulent shrimp scampi, infused with garlic, butter, and a zesty splash of lemon, the shrimp take on an irresistible smoky flavor after a quick grill. Ready in just 35 minutes, this vibrant recipe is perfect for a quick yet elegant meal. Serve it as a warm salad or chilled for a light and refreshing twist, making it a versatile option for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup couscous
• 1.5 cups water
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup cucumber, diced
• 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, bring 1.5 cups of water to a boil. Stir in 1 cup of couscous and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes. Fluff the couscous with a fork and set aside to cool.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and crumbled feta cheese. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, and 0.5 teaspoon salt. Mix well and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the shrimp to the skillet. Sprinkle with 0.5 teaspoon of salt and sauté for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp are pink and opaque.

Step 5

Drizzle 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and 1 teaspoon of lemon zest over the shrimp. Toss to coat and remove the skillet from heat.

Step 6

Preheat a grill (or grill pan) to medium-high. Grill the shrimp for 1-2 minutes per side to add a smoky touch, then remove and set aside.

Step 7

In a large serving bowl, combine the cooled couscous with the vegetable mixture. Toss until evenly mixed.

Step 8

Top the couscous salad with the grilled shrimp scampi and garnish with the chopped parsley.

Step 9

Serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1668.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1642.8

Total Fat 94.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 1019.3mg	0%
Sodium 4466.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 69.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g	0%
Total Sugars 13.3g
Protein 136.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1030.1mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 2328.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.8%

Protein: 32.6%

Carbs: 16.6%