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Easy One-Pan Mediterranean Shrimp Recipe with Cauliflower Couscous for Quick Healthy Meals

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A quick and healthy one-pan Mediterranean shrimp dish paired with cauliflower couscous, perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe is light, low-carb, and packed with protein and fresh flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed frozen shrimp)
  • 1 medium head cauliflower (about 4 cups or 500 g) riced cauliflower (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, preferably extra virgin
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (150 g), halved
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • Juice of 1 large lemon
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill (or substitute with dried)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/4 cup vegetable or chicken broth (60 ml)
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep the cauliflower couscous: Remove leaves and core from cauliflower, pulse florets in a food processor until they resemble couscous grains. Set aside.
  2. Season the shrimp: Toss peeled and deveined shrimp with 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Let rest while prepping veggies.
  3. Heat the skillet: Warm 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sliced red onion. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
  4. Add cherry tomatoes: Cook for another 2 minutes until they start to soften and release juices.
  5. Cook the shrimp: Push veggies to one side of skillet, add remaining tablespoon olive oil on empty side. Place shrimp in a single layer and cook about 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  6. Combine cauliflower couscous: Stir riced cauliflower into skillet with shrimp and veggies. Pour broth over and cover skillet with lid. Steam for 5 to 7 minutes on low heat until cauliflower is tender but not mushy, stirring halfway through.
  7. Finish with herbs and lemon: Remove lid, squeeze fresh lemon juice over dish, sprinkle with parsley and dill, add red pepper flakes if using. Stir gently to combine.
  8. Serve: Transfer to plates and top with crumbled feta cheese if desired. Enjoy immediately while warm.

Notes

Use fresh herbs for best flavor. If no food processor, grate cauliflower by hand for a chunkier texture. Avoid overcrowding shrimp to ensure proper sear. Keep heat medium to medium-high to prevent burning garlic or rubbery shrimp. Add extra broth if skillet dries out during steaming. Skip feta or use plant-based cheese for dairy-free version. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: Mediterranean shrimp, cauliflower couscous, one-pan meal, healthy dinner, low-carb, quick recipe, easy shrimp recipe, gluten-free, dairy-free option

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