Christmas Couscous

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Ingredients

  • 6 ounces quick-cooking couscous
  • 1/2 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 4 cups water

Instructions

  1. Place dry couscous, red and green peppers, and Parmesan cheese in 2 quart saucepan. Mix well.
  2. In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Stir in butter. Pour water into saucepan with couscous mixture. Cover for about 5 minutes. When you remove cover, couscous will be ready. Fluff with a wooden spoon.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

357 kcal 18% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 11.4g 23% DV
Total Fat 26.4g 34% DV
Carbs 18.5g 7% DV
Fiber 1.3g 5% DV
Sugar 2.1g 4% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 291mg 13% DV
Potassium 261mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 80mg 27% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 53.8mcg 6% DV
Vitamin C 52mg 58% DV
Calcium 208.8mg 16% DV
Iron 1.5mg 9% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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