Shrimp and Couscous Stirfry

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant Shrimp and Couscous Stir-Fry, a quick and nutritious one-pan meal bursting with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Juicy, perfectly seasoned shrimp pair beautifully with fluffy couscous, tender-crisp zucchini, and sweet red bell peppers in this effortless recipe. Infused with savory soy sauce, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of paprika, every bite delivers a harmonious balance of freshness and spice. Ready in just 35 minutes, this colorful stir-fry is garnished with green onions for a pop of flavor and makes a satisfying, protein-packed dish perfect for busy evenings. Ideal for feeding a family of four, it’s as easy to prepare as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup Couscous
• 1.25 cups Water
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt, divided
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil, divided
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 medium Zucchini, diced
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 stalks Green onions, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Paprika

Directions

Step 1

Bring 1.25 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Stir in 1 cup of couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and set aside.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp (500g) to the skillet, season with 0.5 teaspoon of salt, black pepper (0.5 teaspoons), and paprika (0.5 teaspoons). Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until shrimp are pink and fully cooked. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the minced garlic (3 cloves). Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the sliced red bell pepper and diced zucchini to the skillet. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp.

Step 5

Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet. Add 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Stir until everything is evenly coated.

Step 6

Add the cooked couscous to the skillet and mix well to combine. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, to ensure the couscous absorbs the flavors.

Step 7

Remove from heat and sprinkle the chopped green onions (2 stalks) on top. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1427.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1153.4

Total Fat 47.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 976.5mg	0%
Sodium 5739.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 61.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.6g	0%
Total Sugars 11.0g
Protein 134.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 321.9mg	0%
Iron 5.4mg	0%
Potassium 2455.2mg	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: 35.3%

Protein: 44.3%

Carbs: 20.4%