Say it with us: Simple ingredients, cooked perfectly, will always win. This couscous dish is no exception.
Recipe information
Yield
6 Servings
Ingredients
2
tablespoons olive oil
2
garlic cloves, minced
1
/2 teaspoon turmeric
1
2/3 cups water
1
teaspoon finely grated lemon peel
1
/2 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
1
1/2 cups plain couscous
1
/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2
tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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Preparation
Heat oil in medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add garlic and turmeric; stir 1 minute. Add 1 2/3 cups water, lemon peel, and 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt; bring to boil. Remove pan from heat. Stir in couscous. Cover; let stand until liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Fluff with fork; mix in cilantro and lemon juice. Season with pepper and additional coarse salt, if desired.
Nutrition Per Serving
One serving contains the following: Calories (kcal) 208.3 %Calories from Fat 21.5 Fat (g) 5.0 Saturated Fat (g) 0.7 Cholesterol (mg) 0 Carbohydrates (g) 34.5 Dietary Fiber (g) 2.5 Total Sugars (g) 0.2 Net Carbs (g) 32.0 Protein (g) 5.6