MEDITERRANEAN COUSCOUS

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Many years ago I tried this lemon flavoured couscous in a Moroccan restaurant. I thoroughly enjoyed it. I searched for some time to find a few recipes that came close and I have come up with something very close and just as enjoyable for me and my friends!

Provided by Kim A. Heaphy

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups chicken stock
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon lemon rind, grated
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup green bell pepper, finely diced
1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
1/4 cup carrot, finely diced
1/4 cup red onion, finel diced (optional)
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1 cup couscous

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients EXCEPT couscous in a pot. Bring to a boil uncovered.
  • Remove from heat and immediately stir in couscous. Let stand 5 minutes, covered.
  • Fluff with a fork **Important** or it turns to a brick!
  • Can be served hot or chill to make a wonderful salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.3, Fat 4, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 3.6, Sodium 326.7, Carbohydrate 40.2, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 3, Protein 8.8

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