HERBED COUSCOUS

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With fresh herbs coming into season here, I'm on the hunt for recipes which make good use of my bounty.

Provided by justcallmetoni

Categories     Beans

Time 12m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups vegetable broth or 1 1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
1 cup whole wheat couscous
1 cup frozen peas
1/2 cup canned chick-peas, drained and rinsed (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons chopped of fresh mint
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Bring broth and oil to a simmer in a medium saucepan. Remove from heat and stir in couscous, peas and chickpeas. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes.
  • Add parsley, mint, basil, lemon zest and pepper to the couscous.
  • Toss lightly with a fork and serve hot.

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