Lemon Mint Couscous

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Ingredients

  • 12 oz pearl couscous
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 None orange, zested and juiced
  • 1 None lemon, zested and juiced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley leaves, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup chopped seedless cucumber
  • 1/4 cup chopped scallion
  • 1/4 cup toasted almonds

Instructions

  1. Cook couscous according to package directions, substituting chicken broth for water. Let cool.
  2. Meanwhile, whisk together 1/4 cup orange juice, 1 tsp orange zest, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp lemon zest, olive oil, Parmesan cheese and herbs. Add tomatoes, cucumber, scallions and cooled couscous. Toss gently to coat. Season. Stir in almonds.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

628 kcal 31% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 26.4g 53% DV
Total Fat 42.3g 54% DV
Carbs 45.1g 16% DV
Fiber 12.7g 45% DV
Sugar 11.5g 23% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 503.3mg 22% DV
Potassium 2310mg 49% DV
Cholesterol 9.3mg 3% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 91mcg 10% DV
Vitamin C 55.5mg 62% DV
Calcium 436.5mg 34% DV
Iron 19.3mg 100% DV

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

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