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Mediterranean Israeli Couscous

Mediterranean Israeli Couscous

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Submitted by happyzhangbo

This Mediterranean style dish is packed with flavor. Couscous is simmered in flavorful broth. Bell pepper, spinach, tomatoes and olives not only just add the nice color but also give the dish very refreshing taste. Fresh basil and parmesan sprinkled on top just before serving. A delicious dish can be served as a side dish or a simply delicious main course.

YIELD

4 servings

PREP

10 min

COOK

12 min

READY

25 min

Ingredients

1 237
CUP ML COUSCOUS
Israeli, or normal couscous
1 15
TABLESPOON ML OLIVE OIL
or any vegetable oil
1 1
EACH ONIONS
chopped
1 1
EACH SWEET YELLOW BELL PEPPERS
or red, diced
1 237
CUP ML BABY SPINACH *
1 1
EACH ITALIAN PLUM (ROMA) TOMATOES
diced, or cherry tomatoes, halved
2 2
CLOVES CLOVES GARLIC
or to taste, minced
1 ½ 355
CUPS ML STOCK
chicken or vegetable
8 8
EACH BLACK OLIVES
sliced *
4 6E+1
TABLESPOONS ML BASIL
leaves, freshly chopped
4 6E+1
TABLESPOONS ML PARMESAN CHEESE

Directions

Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat until hot.

Add the onions, cook until soft, about 3 minutes.

Stir in the peppers, spinach, and tomatoes, and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until the vegetables are soft and the spinach are wilted.

Add the couscous and garlic, and stir until well mixed.

Pour the broth into the saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to medium low.

Cover and simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring a few times, until the broth is absorbed.

Remove from the heat, add the black olives and mix well.

Divide among the serving plates, and top with parmesan cheese and fresh basil.

Serve warm.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 257g (9.1 oz)
Amount per Serving
Calories 261 19% from fat
 % Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 2g 8%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 4mg 1%
Sodium 376mg 16%
Total Carbohydrate 14g 14%
Dietary Fiber 4g 15%
Sugars g
Protein 21g
Vitamin A 13% Vitamin C 156%
Calcium 10% Iron 7%
* based on a 2,000 calorie diet How is this calculated?
Low Cholesterol, Trans-fat Free, Good source of fiber
 

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