Meal kit that 13% heavier than the average meal kit meal and ranks in the 7th percentile for protein.
Protein1/5
Lightness3/5
Ease3/5
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Nutrition per serving
Protein14% · 22g
Carbs41% · 63g
Fat45% · 31g
3.7g
Protein / 100 cal
Per serving, as packaged by Sunbasket. Oils, salt & pepper added at home aren't included.
📊 How this meal stacks up
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Protein rank
7th pctl
More protein than 7% of 1,474 meals
Protein density
3.7g /100cal
Leaner than 17% of meals
vs Meal Kit average
13% heavier
This600
Avg532
🧾 Diet fit
Based on this meal's macros per serving
✕ High protein✕ Low carb✕ Keto-friendly✕ Under 500 cal
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In a medium sauce pot, bring u00be cup [1u00bd cups] lightly salted water to a boil with 1 tablespoon butter if using. Stir in the couscous and remove from the heat. Cover and let stand until the couscous is tender and the liquid is absorbed, 6 to 8 minutes. Fluff with a fork, transfer to a large bowl, and
2
Peel and thinly slice the onion. In a small sauce pot, bring the quick-pickle brine and 2 tablespoons [u00bc cup] water to a boil. Remove from the heat, add the onion, and season with salt and pepper. Cover and let stand, stirring occasionally, while you prepare the rest of the meal.
3
Cut the zucchini in half lengthwise, then crosswise into u00bc-inch-thick half-moons. Trim the stem ends from the green beans if needed; cut the beans into 1-inch lengths. Cut the tomatoes in half. In a large frying pan over medium-high heat, warm 1 tablespoon [2 TBL] oil until hot but not smoking. Add
4
Rinse the shellfish, then drain on a paper-towel-lined plate and pat dry. Season lightly with salt and pepper. In the same pan used for the vegetables, warm 1 to 2 tablespoons oil over high heat until hot but not smoking. Shrimp: Add the shrimp and cook, turning once, until firm and cooked through,
5
Coarsely chop the dill. To the bowl with the couscous and vegetables, stir in the shellfish and Mediterranean lemon dressing. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
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Lemony shrimp and couscous salad with warm vegetables
600 cal · 22g protein · 63g carbs · 31g fat
Ingredients
½ cup whole wheat couscous1 organic red onionSunbasket quick-pickle brine (apple cider vinegar, honey)1 organic zucchini or other summer squash¼ pound organic green beans¼ pound organic grape or cherry tomatoesShellfish options:8 ounces wild Gulf shrimp10 ounces wild jumbo shrimp10 ounces wild sea scallops4 or 5 sprigs organic fresh dillSunbasket Mediterranean lemon dressing (extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, kosher salt, lemon zest, black pepper, dried oregano)
How to Cook
Step 1
In a medium sauce pot, bring ¾ cup [1½ cups] lightly salted water to a boil with 1 tablespoon butter if using. Stir in the couscous and remove from the heat. Cover and let stand until the couscous is tender and the liquid is absorbed, 6 to 8 minutes. Fluff with a fork, transfer to a large bowl, and
Step 2
Peel and thinly slice the onion. In a small sauce pot, bring the quick-pickle brine and 2 tablespoons [¼ cup] water to a boil. Remove from the heat, add the onion, and season with salt and pepper. Cover and let stand, stirring occasionally, while you prepare the rest of the meal.
Step 3
Cut the zucchini in half lengthwise, then crosswise into ¼-inch-thick half-moons. Trim the stem ends from the green beans if needed; cut the beans into 1-inch lengths. Cut the tomatoes in half. In a large frying pan over medium-high heat, warm 1 tablespoon [2 TBL] oil until hot but not smoking. Add
Step 4
Rinse the shellfish, then drain on a paper-towel-lined plate and pat dry. Season lightly with salt and pepper. In the same pan used for the vegetables, warm 1 to 2 tablespoons oil over high heat until hot but not smoking. Shrimp: Add the shrimp and cook, turning once, until firm and cooked through,
Step 5
Coarsely chop the dill. To the bowl with the couscous and vegetables, stir in the shellfish and Mediterranean lemon dressing. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Lemony shrimp and couscous salad with warm vegetables
Lemony shrimp and couscous salad with warm vegetables is a Meal Kit dish from Sunbasket.
A salad is a dish consisting of mixed ingredients, frequently vegetables. They are typically served chilled or at room temperature, though some can be served warm. [1]
Sunbasket delivers weekly meals across the US. For testing notes, delivery details, and how Sunbasket compares to alternatives, read the Sunbasket review on MealFan.
⏱️ Est. time: 40 min
🍽️ Serves: 2 servings
🥛 Dairy-Free
⚠ Not ideal for
High-protein requirements
Vegans
How to make it
Read through the recipe card and gather all ingredients before you start cooking.
Wash and prep all vegetables, chop, dice, or mince as directed on the included recipe card.
Cook proteins and main components following the step-by-step instructions included with your delivery.
Prepare any sauces, dressings, or garnishes per the recipe card.
Plate and serve immediately. Refrigerate any leftovers within 2 hours in an airtight container.
Lemony shrimp and couscous salad with warm vegetables is a Sunbasket meal
Which meal service offers Lemony shrimp and couscous salad with warm vegetables?
Lemony shrimp and couscous salad with warm vegetables is offered by Sunbasket. Read the full Sunbasket review on MealFan for pricing, freshness ratings, and how Sunbasket compares to competitors.
Is Lemony shrimp and couscous salad with warm vegetables dairy-free?
Lemony shrimp and couscous salad with warm vegetables is tagged as Dairy-Free, Soy-Free, Pescatarian, <600 Calories on the Sunbasket menu. For specific allergen details, refer to the card included with your delivery.
How long does Lemony shrimp and couscous salad with warm vegetables take to prepare?
Lemony shrimp and couscous salad with warm vegetables is made in 5 steps. Estimated active time is about 40 minutes based on the recipe instructions.
