WHOLE-WHEAT COUSCOUS WITH ALMONDS

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Using whole-wheat couscous adds fiber to this side dish. Serving it at room temperature, rather than chilled, allows the flavors to come through.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 20m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup whole-wheat couscous
3 tablespoons slivered almonds
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 plum tomato, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1 tablespoon capers, rinsed and drained
1 garlic clove, minced
Coarse salt

Steps:

  • Place the couscous in a medium bowl and pour 1 1/2 cups of boiling water over it. Stir, cover, and let it stand 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a small skillet, toast the almonds over medium heat until lightly golden, about 3 minutes; remove from heat.
  • Uncover the couscous and add the almonds, oil, tomato, parsley, capers, and garlic. Season the mixture with salt and fluff with a fork. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 5 g

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