A delightful combination of seafood and fresh flavors, this dish features succulent shrimp and scallops in a vibrant tomato stew, served over a bed of zesty lemon couscous. It's a perfect balance of savory and citrusy notes, making it a delightful meal.
Ingredients: 1 cup couscous. 1 cup water. 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved. 1/2 cup cooked shrimp. 1/2 cup cooked scallops. 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped. 2 tablespoons olive oil. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 lemon, zested and juiced. Salt and pepper to taste.
Instructions: In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Stir in the couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and saut for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add cherry tomatoes and cook for another 2-3 minutes until they start to soften. Stir in cooked shrimp and scallops, allowing them to heat through for about 2 minutes. Add lemon zest, lemon juice, and chopped basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the shrimp, scallop, and tomato stew over a bed of lemony couscous. Garnish with extra basil leaves if desired. Enjoy your delicious Shrimp, Scallop and Tomato Stew With Lemony Couscous!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Gabriele Boccolini