Shrimp and Couscous Salad

A delicious and cool salad with soft shrimp, fluffy couscous, and a tangy dressing. This Shrimp and Couscous Salad is a great way to eat something light and filling.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup couscous
• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• Salt and pepper to taste
• For the dressing:
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Cook couscous according to package instructions and let it cool

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat

Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink

Remove from heat and let them cool

In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked couscous, cooked shrimp, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, chopped fresh parsley, and crumbled feta cheese

In a separate small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well coated

Serve immediately or refrigerate for later

Enjoy!