CONFETTI COUSCOUS

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"Couscous prepared this way makes a fun and colorful side dish alongside chicken, pork or fish," notes Marla Stewart of Amity, Arkansas. "I've even stirred in pineapple chunks and cooked chicken for a great lunch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken or vegetable broth
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 package (10 ounces) couscous
2 cups frozen peas, thawed
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring the broth, water, lemon juice, zest and salt to a boil. Stir in couscous and peas. Cover; remove from the heat and let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in almonds and pimientos.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Fat 6g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 570mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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