Name: Lemon garlic shrimp and asparagus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 1/4 cup pearl couscous; 2/3 cup water; 1/2 tsp salt; 4 oz cooked shrimp, tails removed; 4 oz asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces; 3/4 tsp extra virgin olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1/2 tsp lemon zest; 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes; 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Nutrition

Per serving

359 calories

Protein: 35g; 40% of calories
Carbs: 45g; 51% of calories
Fat: 4g; 10% of calories

Instructions

Prep 15 min · Cook 10 min

Bring the water and half the salt to a boil in a small saucepan. Add the pearl couscous, reduce heat to low, and cover. Simmer for 10 minutes until the water is absorbed, then remove from heat and let rest covered for 5 minutes.
While the couscous simmers, heat the olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the asparagus and the remaining salt. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring often, until the asparagus is bright green and tender-crisp.
Add the garlic, shrimp, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the garlic is fragrant and the shrimp is heated through. Done when heated through, 145°F.
Stir the lemon juice and fresh parsley into the skillet. Fluff the couscous with a fork and place it on a plate. Top with the shrimp and asparagus mixture and any pan juices.

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