Whole-Wheat Couscous with Parmesan & Peas
Couscous, which is actually a type of tiny pasta, makes an almost-instant side dish. Happily, the whole-wheat variety is just as fast to prepare as regular couscous. Lemon zest is a delicious accent to nutty Parmesan in this Italian-inspired couscous.
Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
6 servings, 2/3 cup each
Ingredients
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1 14-ounce can reduced-sodium chicken broth, or vegetable broth
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1/4 cup water
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2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
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1 cup whole-wheat couscous
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1 1/2 cups frozen peas
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
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1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
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Salt & freshly ground pepper, to taste
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1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
1.
Combine broth, water and oil in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Stir in couscous and remove from heat. Cover and let plump for 5 minutes.
2.
Meanwhile, cook peas on the stovetop or in the microwave according to package directions.
3.
Add the peas, dill, lemon zest, salt and pepper to the couscous; mix gently and fluff with a fork. Serve hot, sprinkled with cheese.
Nutrition information
Calories 208, Total Fat 4 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Monounsaturated Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 6 mg, Sodium 186 mg, Carbohydrate 35 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 10 g, Potassium 45 mg. Exchanges: Starch 2.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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