Lemony Spring Couscous

By Hklbrries

A fast, easy, fresh recipe from Bon Appetit.

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable stock
• 1 1/4 cups whole-wheat couscous (7.6-oz box)
• 2 cups frozen petite peas, thawed
• 1/2 cup minced fresh chives
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon
• 1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted (for garnish)

Details

Servings 6
Adapted from dashrecipes.com

Preparation

Step 1

Heat oil in a large, heavy saucepan over medium-high heat. Add turmeric, onion, and garlic; sauté, stirring often, until onion is tender and golden, about 5 minutes. Stir in stock; bring to boil. Add couscous; stir to blend.

Remove saucepan from heat; cover and let stand 10 minutes. Stir in peas, chives, and lemon zest and juice. Season with salt and pepper.

Transfer mixture to a serving bowl, garnish with toasted almonds, and serve.


Nutrition Information:
Per serving
210 cal
31 g carbohydrates
7 g protein
7 g fat
0 mg cholesterol
200 mg sodium
6 g fiber