Basil, Tomato & Garlic Shrimp
serves 4
Basil, Tomato & Garlic Shrimp
This shrimp recipe exudes summer. It's easy, quick and uses lots of fresh warm weather ingredients.
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2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 5-6 cloves garlic cut into slivers 1 pound shrimp |
3-4 large fresh tomatoes cut into wedges
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 cup fresh basil leaves 1 cup couscous 1-1/2 cups water |
- In a large non-stick skillet, heat olive oil over low heat. Saute the red pepper flakes and garlic for about 5 minutes.
- Increase the heat to medium-high, add shrimp and tomatoes, cooking for about 2 minutes, or until shrimp are done. (They should be pink.)
- Stir in the lemon juice and basil, remove pan from heat and set aside.
- Pour couscous and water into a microwave safe bowl and microwave on high for 3 minutes 30 seconds.
- Stir the shrimp well, fluff couscous with a fork, place the couscous into a serving bowl and arrange shrimp mixture on top.
Calories 377, Fat 8.7g, Cholesterol 221mg, Sodium 271mg
Carbohydrates 42.7g, Fiber 4.6g, Sugars 5.0g, Protein 31.3g
Carbohydrates 42.7g, Fiber 4.6g, Sugars 5.0g, Protein 31.3g