Entree: Italy – Shrimp Scampi-Style over Parmesan Couscous

Serving Size: 4

Approximate Time

Prep 10 min

Cook 6 min

Additional 5 min

Total 16 min

Ingredients

- 1 lb (454 g) shrimp, peeled and deveined (approx. 20–24 medium shrimp)
- 1 1/2 cups (260 g) couscous
- 1 lemon (juice and zest), approx. 2 oz (60 ml) juice
- 4 cloves (approx. 12 g) garlic
- 1/2 cup (50 g) Parmesan cheese, grated

Instructions

1. Prepare the couscous per package directions; once fluffed, stir in half the Parmesan and half the lemon zest and juice until evenly combined.
2. In a hot skillet cook the shrimp with minced garlic and the remaining lemon juice just until opaque (about 2–3 minutes per side), then toss the shrimp with the couscous, sprinkle with remaining Parmesan and remaining lemon zest, and serve warm.