Citrusy Shrimp with Asparagus
(from Heather Hulsey’s recipe box)
Source: health.com
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 6 minutes
Serves 4 people
Categories: Dinner
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup dried couscous
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided
- 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided
- 3/4 pound raw large shrimp (about 18), peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 3 1/2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- Olive oil cooking spray
- 3/4 pound asparagus spears, trimmed
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/4 cup chopped chives
Directions
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Bring 2 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Remove from heat, and stir in couscous; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork; stir in 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper and 1 tablespoon lemon juice.
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Bring another pan of water to a boil.
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Meanwhile, toss shrimp in 1 tablespoon each lemon and lime juice, 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil, garlic, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper. Marinate for 5 minutes.
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Preheat grill pan or grill. Lightly coat with cooking spray ; grill shrimp, turning once, 3 minutes or until just cooked through. Cover and keep warm.
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When water is boiling, add asparagus, and cook 3 minutes or until just tender. Drain, and cover.
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Whisk together honey, chives, and remaining lemon juice and olive oil.
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Arrange couscous and asparagus on serving plates, and top with shrimp. Drizzle with dressing.