This recipe for prosciutto wrapped shrimp with lemon couscous is an elegant yet easy meal that's fit for a special occasion -it only has a few ingredients and is ready in 30 minutes!
Course Main Dish
Prep Time 15 minutesminutes
Cook Time 15 minutesminutes
Total Time 30 minutesminutes
Servings 2servings
Calories 528kcal
Author Sara Welch
Ingredients
For the shrimp:
16extra large shrimp
6thin slices of prosciuttocut lengthwise into thirds
For the shrimp: In a medium bowl whisk together the maple syrup, soy sauce and dijon mustard. Add the shrimp and toss to coat.
Marinate the shrimp for 10-15 minutes, or up to one hour.
Wrap a strip of prosciutto around the center of each shrimp. Thread 8 shrimp onto each of 2 wooden or metal skewers.
Place the skewers on a baking sheet that's been lined with foil and then coated in cooking spray.
Broil for 3-5 minutes or until shrimp are pink and opaque. Be careful to not overcook the shrimp!
For the couscous:
Cook the couscous according to package instructions. Remove from heat and stir in the butter, parsley and lemon juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
To serve, divide the couscous between two plates and place a skewer of shrimp on top. Serve with lemon wedges if desired.