Hot Lemon Garlic Shrimp Salad with Couscous | Healthy Recipes You Have To Try

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu is a plant-based protein that is more affordable.

couscous

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: rice

Quinoa offers more protein and nutrients.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is cost-effective while still providing healthy fats.

red onion

🥗Healthier: green onion

💰Cheaper: yellow onion

Green onions add freshness and are often less expensive.

Cook couscous according to package instructions; set aside.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add shrimp to the skillet; cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in lemon juice and red pepper flakes; cook for an additional minute.

In a large bowl, combine cooked couscous, chopped parsley, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and finely chopped red onion.

Add the shrimp mixture to the bowl; toss gently to combine.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste; mix well.

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Cooking Techniques

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