Lemon Couscous
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Lemon Couscous
Description
Starting by rinsing and draining the couscous thoroughly helps remove excess starch. It is then cooked by pouring boiling broth over it and letting it steam covered until tender. Fluffing with a fork ensures separate, light grains. Freshly chopped parsley and optional basil introduce herbal brightness that complements the citrusy lemon juice stirred in along with olive oil for smoothness.
The dish is seasoned with kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes to taste, balancing the fresh and savory elements. Couscous prepared this way offers a versatile base for proteins or vegetables or can be served simply on its own with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese if desired.
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth, low-sodium
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons parsley freshly chopped
- 2 tablespoons basil optional, freshly chopped
- kosher salt to taste
- black pepper to taste, freshly ground
- Pinch red pepper flakes optional and to taste
Instructions
- In a rice colander rinse the couscous under cold water until water runs clear, and drain well.
- Place a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the broth, and bring it to a boil.
- Next, add couscous, stir, and then cover with a lid and remove from heat. Let it sit covered for 10 minutes. Then uncover and use a fork to fluff it up.
- After that, stir in the olive oil, lemon juice, and fresh herbs. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste.
- If desired, sprinkle some freshly grated parmesan on top and serve.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings as a side dish
Amount Per Serving
Calories 239 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 239kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Sodium | 31mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 152mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 0.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0.2IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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