CURRIED ZUCCHINI & COUSCOUS

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Provided by Krystal McDow

Categories     Rice Sides

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 medium zucchini, diced
1/4 c finely chopped onion
1 c water
1 Tbsp lime juice
1 tsp curry powder
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper
2/3 c whole-wheat couscous
1 c grated carrot
1/4 c almonds, slivered, toasted

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add zucchini and onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until starting to soften, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • 2. Add water, lime juice, curry, cumin, salt and pepper to the pan and bring to a boil. Stir in couscous. Remove from heat, cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  • 3. Add the couscous and carrot to the bowl with the zucchini; stir to combine. Serve topped with almonds.
  • 4. Serving size: 1 1/4 cups each Calories:251, Fat:11g, Sat:1g, Mono fat:8g, Carbs:34g, Protein:8g, Fiber:7g, Sodium:421mg

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