Couscous - Sweet & Spicy Vegetable

By Joan_Z

Cal. - 185; Protein - 6 gms; Carbo. - 33;

Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp. Olive oil
• 1/2 c. chopped red onion
• 1 shredded large carrot
• 2 1/2 c. fat free chicken broth
• 1 11 oz can Mexicorn - rinsed
• 1 9 oz pkg frozen tiny green peas
• 2 Tbsp dried cranberries
• 2 Tbsp. curry powder
• 1 tsp. cumin
• 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper
• 1 1/2 c. couscous
• 2 Tbsp. toasted slivered almonds

Preparation

Step 1

Heat oil in Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and carrot; cook and stir 2-3 mins or until softened. Increase heat to med-high. Add broth, dried cranberries, corn, peas, curry powder, cumin and red pepper. Mix well. Bring to a boil. Stir in couscous. Cover, remove from heat and let stand 5-7 mins or until liquid is absorbed. Garnish with almonds. Serves 10.