Grilled Shrimp with Couscous Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Dinner

This Grilled Shrimp with Couscous Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

A colorful salad of couscous, tomatoes and watercress makes a tasty bed for skewers of grilled shrimp. If you can't get beautiful summer tomatoes, it's better to leave the tomatoes out. Substitute roasted red bell peppers, if you like.

Ingredients

1/4 c. olive oil
1/2 tsp. dried tarragon
1 clove garlic
2 lb. large shrimp
2 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock
1 tsp. salt
1 1/3 c. couscous
2 1/2 c. watercress
2 scallions including green tops
2 tbsp. lemon juice
1/2 lb. tomatoes
1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper
Lemon wedges

Instructions

Light the grill or heat the broiler. In a small saucepan, combine the oil, tarragon and garlic. Cook over moderately low heat until the garlic just starts to brown, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat, let the oil cool slightly, and then discard the garlic. Thread the shrimp onto metal or wooden skewers and brush with 1 1/2 tablespoons of the tarragon oil.
In a medium saucepan, bring the broth to a boil with 3/4 teaspoon of the salt. Stir in the couscous. Cover, remove from the heat, and let sit for 5 minutes. In a large glass or stainless-steel bowl, toss the couscous with the watercress, scallions, lemon juice, tomatoes, the remaining tarragon oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt and the pepper.
Meanwhile, grill or broil the shrimp, turning once, until just done, about 5 minutes. Serve the shrimp skewers on top of the couscous salad with lemon wedges on the side.
Test-Kitchen Tip: Wooden skewers are handy for grilling. Just be sure to soak them in water for at least ten minutes before using, or they could burn.
Wine Recommendation: Shrimp is often best with a full-bodied white wine, but with all the watercress in this salad you’ll want some acidity as well. Try a sémillon from Washington State or a sauvignon blanc from California.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grilled Shrimp with Couscous Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this Grilled Shrimp with Couscous Salad recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 4 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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