MINT TEA COUSCOUS

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Whip up this quick and easy Moroccan inspired side dish in just 15 minutes - perfect with lamb, chicken or halloumi

Provided by Miriam Nice

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 4

bunch mint
1 thick strip lemon zest
300g wholewheat couscous
4 spring onions , chopped

Steps:

  • Put the mint and lemon zest in a saucepan (reserve some small leaves for later) and cover with 600ml water. Bring to the boil, then add the couscous, cover and take off the heat.
  • Leave to stand for 5-10 mins until the couscous has absorbed all the liquid. Remove and discard the lemon zest and cooked mint. Top the couscous with the spring onions and reserved mint leaves, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246 calories, Fat 1 grams fat, Carbohydrate 50 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 9 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium

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