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Couscous Recipe - Healthy, Quick & Easy

Cortney Sparkman
Light, fluffy and flavorful, this healthy couscous comes together in a snap. Pair it with Butternut Squash Curry with Chickpeas, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top and enjoy! This recipe makes about 4.5 cups of cooked couscous. Nutrition information is calculated for 1/2 cup servings. Serves 9.
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Servings 9 servings at 1/2 cup each
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes

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Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 2 cups whole wheat couscous uncooked
  • 1 tablespoons cilantro chopped
  • 2 tablespoons chives chopped
  • Salt and fresh cracked black pepper to taste
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Instructions
 

  • Add broth, extra virgin olive oil and garlic to a saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
  • Stir in couscous, remove entirely from heat, cover and let stand for 5-7 minutes, until liquid is absorbed.
  • Fluff couscous with a fork and stir in cilantro and chives.
  • Top with salt and fresh cracked black pepper, to taste.

Notes

  • Sprinkle this healthy couscous recipe with feta cheese when serving with Greek or Mediterranean-inspired dishes.
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