Lemon-Spinach Couscous

By dashy_65

Ingredients

• 2 tsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 1/3 cups water
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp pepper
• 1 cup whole wheat couscous
• 2 tsp finely grated lemon peel
• 2 cups firmly packed fresh baby spinach leaves (3oz)
• Lemon wedges, if desired

Preparation

Step 1

1. In 2-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add bell pepper and garlic; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender.

2. Stir in water, salt and pepper. Heat to boiling. Remove from heat; stir in couscous and lemon peel. Layer spinach on top of couscous. Cover; let stand about 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. With fork, stir spinach into couscous until spinach is wilted, about 1 minute. Serve with lemon wedges.

cal 140,fat 2g,sodium 210mg,fiber 3g,carb 25g