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20-Minute One-Pan Mediterranean Shrimp and Couscous

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A quick and vibrant one-pan Mediterranean dish with juicy shrimp, whole-wheat couscous, briny olives, fresh spinach, and crumbled feta. Ready in 20 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or elegant entertaining.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: One-Pan
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Ingredients

  • 1 ⅓ cups whole-wheat couscous
  • ¼ cup Kalamata olives, halved
  • 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and cleaned
  • 1 shallot, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 2 handfuls baby spinach
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned San Marzano recommended)
  • ½ cup dry white wine
  • Pinch of dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons fresh Italian parsley, chopped
  • 4 oz (115 g) feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup water
  • 4 lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a medium skillet or thick-bottomed pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add shallot and garlic, cooking for about 3 minutes until softened.
  2. Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Add to the pan and cook until pink on one side, then flip.
  3. Add diced tomatoes, oregano, and white wine. Cook for 1 minute to blend flavors.
  4. Pour in 1 cup of water and about ½ teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil.
  5. Stir in olives, couscous, and spinach. Cover and remove from heat. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  6. Uncover and top with feta and parsley. Optionally, broil briefly to melt the cheese if using a broiler-safe pan. Serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Substitute shrimp with chickpeas or cooked chicken for variation.
  • Replace white wine with vegetable or seafood stock for alcohol-free version.
  • Use regular couscous, quinoa, or rice if preferred.
  • Add vegetables like zucchini or artichoke hearts for variety.
  • Sprinkle with red pepper flakes for added heat.

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