Lemony Shrimp-and-Couscous Salad

By Lv2Cook

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1 pound medium shrimp peeled and deveined
• 1 cup uncooked couscous
• 1 1/2 cups diced plum tomatoes
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• 1/4 cup low-salt chicken broth
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup (2 ounces) grated fresh Parmesan cheese

Details

Servings 1

Preparation

Step 1

Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add shrimp; cook 3 minutes. Drain shrimp in a colander over a bowl, reserving cooking liquid. Add couscous to reserved cooking liquid. Cover and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

Combine couscous, shrimp, tomatoes, green onions, and basil in a large bowl. Combine broth, lemon juice, oil, salt, and pepper. Pour dressing over salad; toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.

Serving Size: 1 cup salad and 2 tablespoons cheese