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Lemon Couscous

Looking for a delicious new side option or a base for grain bowls or meal prep? Look no further than this 20-minute, luscious lemon couscous!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 192 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pearl couscous
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt more to taste
  • Juice of 1 lemon more to taste
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill
  • cracked black pepper

Instructions

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  1. Add water to a medium sauce pan and bring to a boil.
  2. Add couscous, 1 teaspoon olive oil, and salt to the pan.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring periodically, until liquid is absorbed.
  4. Transfer couscous to a bowl, toss with remaining olive oil, lemon juice, dill, and plenty of cracked black pepper. Serve immediately or cover and chill up to 24 hours before serving.

Notes

  • Make it a bowl: this makes a GREAT base for bowls. Add your favorite chicken, steak, or shrimp, a few veggies, and a sprinkle of feta cheese crumbles for a complete meal! 
  • Meal prep: great meal prep option! These couscous can be served warm or cold and keep really well in the fridge for a few days.
  • Flavor option: add a teaspoon or two of finely chopped fresh mint and/or 1-2 tablespoons feta cheese crumbles. 
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Nutrition Information

Calories 192kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 33g (11%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 299mg (12%) Potassium 71mg (2%) Fiber 2g (8%) Calcium 13mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 192

% Daily Value*

Calories 192kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 33g 11%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 299mg 12%
Potassium 71mg 2%
Fiber 2g 8%
Calcium 13mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.