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Lemon Couscous
5 from 33 votes

Lemon Couscous

Lemon Couscous features fluffy couscous soaked in savory chicken or vegetable broth and enhanced with fresh lemon juice and herbs. The dish offers a light, fresh flavor with a delicate texture, suitable as a side dish to many meals. Optional red pepper flakes provide a mild heat contrast, while olive oil adds richness.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 servings as a side dish
Calories: 239 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

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

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  1. In a rice colander rinse the couscous under cold water until water runs clear, and drain well.
  2. Place a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the broth, and bring it to a boil.
  3. 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.
  4. After that, stir in the olive oil, lemon juice, and fresh herbs. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste.
  5. If desired, sprinkle some freshly grated parmesan on top and serve.

Nutrition Information

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%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 servings as a side dish

Amount Per Serving

Calories 239

% 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.