Herbed Couscous

Herbed Couscous is a light and flavorful vegan side dish that pairs perfectly with a variety of meals. Infused with fresh herbs and a hint of lemon, it's a delightful addition to any table.

Ingredients

• Couscous - 1 cup (150g)
• Water - 1 1/4 cups (300ml)
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon (15ml)
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 1/4 cup (15g)
• Fresh mint, chopped - 2 tablespoons (5g)
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon (15ml)
• Lemon zest - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil over medium heat.
2. Once boiling, add the couscous, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Stir quickly and remove from heat.
3. Cover the saucepan and let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the couscous to absorb the water.
4. After 5 minutes, fluff the couscous with a fork to separate the grains.
5. Stir in the chopped parsley, mint, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 51 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from couscous.
• Contains fresh herbs that are high in antioxidants.

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