Description
A quick and simple dish that adds a burst of flavor to any meal. Perfect as a side dish or light main course.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 1/4 cups vegetable broth or water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (such as parsley, basil, or cilantro), chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a saucepan, bring the vegetable broth or water to a boil.
- Stir in the couscous and remove from heat.
- Cover and let it sit for about 5 minutes until the liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff the couscous with a fork and stir in the olive oil, lemon juice, and chopped herbs.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Use high-quality vegetable broth for the best flavor. Experiment with different herbs and add chopped vegetables for extra texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg