Shrimp and Roasted Veggie Couscous Bowl
	
		This Shrimp and Roasted Veggie Couscous Bowl is a wholesome and flavorful meal featuring juicy shrimp, tender roasted vegetables, and fluffy couscous, all brought together with a light seasoning for a satisfying and balanced dish.
	 
	
		
							- Author: Mariem
 
							- Prep Time: 15 minutes
 
							- Cook Time: 25 minutes
 
							- Total Time: 40 minutes
 
							- Yield: 4 servings 1x
 
							- Category: Main Course
 
							- Method: Roasting, Stovetop
 
							- Cuisine: Mediterranean
 
							- Diet: Low Lactose
 
					
	 
	
		
		
			
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
 
- 1 cup couscous
 
- 1 1/4 cups vegetable broth or water
 
- 1 zucchini, diced
 
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
 
- 1 red onion, chopped
 
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
 
- 2 tbsp olive oil
 
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
 
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
 
- Salt and pepper to taste
 
- Juice of 1 lemon
 
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
 
		 
	 
	
		
		
			
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
 
- On a baking sheet, toss zucchini, bell pepper, red onion, and cherry tomatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, and half the smoked paprika. Roast for 20–25 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
 
- While veggies roast, bring vegetable broth or water to a boil. Stir in couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
 
- In a bowl, toss shrimp with remaining olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
 
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Squeeze lemon juice over shrimp.
 
- Assemble bowls by layering couscous, roasted veggies, and shrimp.
 
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or cilantro before serving.
 
		 
	 
	
		Notes
		
			
- Substitute quinoa or brown rice for couscous for a gluten-free option.
 
- Add feta cheese or a dollop of hummus for extra flavor.
 
- You can use pre-cooked shrimp to save time—just warm them briefly in the skillet.
 
		 
	 
	
		Nutrition
		
							- Serving Size: 1 bowl
 
							- Calories: 390
 
							- Sugar: 5g
 
							- Sodium: 520mg
 
							- Fat: 13g
 
							- Saturated Fat: 2g
 
							- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
 
							- Trans Fat: 0g
 
							- Carbohydrates: 40g
 
							- Fiber: 4g
 
							- Protein: 28g
 
							- Cholesterol: 150mg
 
					
	 
	
		Keywords: shrimp couscous bowl, roasted veggie bowl, healthy dinner, Mediterranean shrimp, quick couscous recipe