curried zucchini & couscous

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8 Pinches
San Jose, CA
Updated on Aug 27, 2013

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prep time
cook time 25 Min
method Stove Top
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

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

How To Make curried zucchini & couscous

  • Step 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.
  • Step 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.
  • Step 3
    Add the couscous and carrot to the bowl with the zucchini; stir to combine. Serve topped with almonds.
  • Step 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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Category: Vegetables
Category: Rice Sides
Ingredient: Rice/Grains
Culture: American
Method: Stove Top

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