Curried Couscous with Shrimp

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant and flavorful Curried Couscous with Shrimp! Perfectly cooked couscous is infused with warm spices like curry powder, cumin, and paprika, creating a fragrant base for tender, pan-seared shrimp that’s bursting with flavor. Crisp red bell peppers and sweet peas add fresh pops of color and texture, while a bright splash of lemon juice ties everything together beautifully. This one-pan dish, ready in just 35 minutes, is an easy, wholesome meal perfect for busy nights or an impressive dinner party centerpiece. Garnished with fresh cilantro, this recipe is as visually stunning as it is delicious. A quick, healthy, and protein-packed option for lovers of bold, global flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup couscous
• 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon curry powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 0.5 cup frozen peas, thawed
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken or vegetable broth to a boil. Remove from heat, stir in the couscous, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic, curry powder, cumin, and paprika, and stir for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Push the onion mixture to one side of the skillet and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pan. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through. Remove the shrimp and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the diced red bell pepper and thawed peas. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.

Step 5

Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet. Stir in the prepared couscous, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, tossing everything together to combine and heat through.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the dish with freshly chopped cilantro. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1188.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1056.1

Total Fat 35.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 885.8mg	0%
Sodium 5259.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 13.9g
Protein 124.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 286.3mg	0%
Iron 10.9mg	0%
Potassium 1991.3mg	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: 28.8%

Protein: 45.5%

Carbs: 25.7%