Shrimp & Bean Couscous

Ingredients:

• 1 cup whole-wheat couscous
• 1-1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 red pepper, seeded and sliced
• 1 pound peeled and deveined medium shrimp, tails removed
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (11 ounces) corn, drained
• 1/4 cup Italian vinaigrette
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, finely shredded

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add pepper and cook 5 minutes. Stir in shrimp and sauté 3 minutes or until shrimp are opaque throughout. Stir in black beans and corn; cook just to heat through. In a large bowl, toss together couscous and shrimp-and-bean mixture with vinaigrette and basil.

Servings: 4
Time to Prepare: 15 minutes

Submitted By: Kyle
Original Source: Parents Magazine

Comments:
SOOOOOO quick to toss together! I wasn't sure if it would have enough flavor, but it was really nice and light. I ate the leftovers cold the next day and it was still yummy!

You could substitute chicken very easily I would think. Or no meat at all for a great vegetarian meal or side dish!

Additional Comments:
RPM - Excellent-tasting, and very colorful. Lose the shrimp, and it makes a great side dish. Great summer meal when it's hot.