Israeli Couscous with Shrimp and Zucchini

• 1 1/2 pounds uncooked shrimp
• 2 cups uncooked Israeli couscous
• 2 cups grated zucchini (1 1/2 to 2 zucchinis)
• 2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
• 3 whole scallions, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• Juice of 1 lemon, plus more as needed
• Agave nectar
• Maldon or other flaky salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 large handful fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 large handful fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
• 1 handful fresh dill leaves (no big stems)

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. Add the shrimp and cook for about 1 minute, or until pink.
3. (The exact time will depend on their size, be careful not to overcook them.)
4. Remove the shrimp with a slotted spoon and run cold water over them to stop the cooking.
5. Keep the water boiling and add the couscous.
6. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente.
7. While the couscous is cooking, place the zucchini in a bowl, and add the garlic, red onion, scallions, and shrimp.
8. Drain the couscous and run it under cold water to stop the cooking.
9. Shake off as much excess water as possible and add the couscous to the bowl with the zucchini.
10. Add the olive oil, cumin, lemon juice, and a squeeze of agave nectar; season with salt and pepper.
11. Give it a good mix and check the seasoning.
12. Add the herbs and mix again.
13. Recheck the seasoning, adding more lemon juice if necessary.

shrimp, couscous, zucchini, garlic, red onion, scallions, extra virgin olive oil, ground cumin, lemon, nectar, salt, freshly ground black pepper, handful fresh cilantro, handful fresh, handful fresh dill

Taken from www.cookstr.com/recipes/israeli-couscous-with-shrimp-and-zucchini (may not work)