Couscous and Shrimp Salad with Tangerines and Almonds
You can never have too many main course recipes, so give Couscous and Shrimp Salad with Tangerines and Almonds a try. This recipe covers 14% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This recipe serves 24. One serving contains 305 calories, 17g of protein, and 7g of fat. It is a good option if you're following a pescatarian diet. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes. Head to the store and pick up shrimp, garbanzo beans, couscous, and a few other things to make it today. To use up the golden raisins you could follow this main course with the Apple Crumble with Golden Raisins as a dessert.
Instructions
Place yogurt in medium bowl. Gradually whisk in oil and cumin. Stir in lemon juice and garlic. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and chill. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Keep refrigerated.)
Mix 6 cups water and salt in large saucepan; bring to boil.
Remove from heat. Cover; let stand until water is absorbed and couscous is tender, about 10 minutes.
Transfer couscous to large bowl; fluff with fork. Cool to room temperature. Gently mix in tangerines, garbanzo beans, raisins, 3/4 of shrimp, 3/4 cup green onions and 1/2 cup almonds. Stir in dressing. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper.
Transfer salad to large serving platter. (Can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover; chill.
Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes before serving.)
Garnish with remaining shrimp, green onions and almonds.