Veggie Couscous
Couscous is a quick cooking grain and this recipe is perfect for a simple lunch or dinner.
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Serves8 (1 cup)
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup dry couscous (or one 10 oz. box)
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables or canned
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 5 oz. package Olivia’s Organics Power Greens (or other greens like kale, collards, or chard)
- 1 cup grape tomatoes cut in half
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Cook couscous according to package directions. Set aside.
- Cook the frozen vegetables according to package directions. Set aside. If using canned vegetables, drain, rinse, and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan. Add the onion and cook for a few minutes. Add in the greens and tomatoes and continue to cook until the greens are wilted. Season with garlic powder, salt and pepper.
- Add all ingredients into a large bowl, mixing the couscous, veggies and greens together. Season with additional salt and pepper as desired.
Recipe Tips
You can use any vegetables you have on hand in this recipe.
To add protein, drain and rinse one can of beans (like kidney or chickpeas) and stir into the couscous with the vegetables.
Try adding a splash of red wine vinegar before serving!
Nutrition Facts
Veggie Couscous
Amount Per Serving
Calories 145
Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4g
6%
Saturated Fat 1g
5%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Monounsaturated Fat 2g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 60mg
3%
Potassium 197mg
6%
Total Carbohydrates 24g
8%
Dietary Fiber 4g
16%
Sugars 2g
Protein 5g
10%
Vitamin A
69%
Vitamin C
13%
Vitamin D0%
Calcium
4%
Iron
5%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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