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Asparagus Couscous & Parmesan Recipe

Asparagus Couscous & Parmesan Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

10 asparagus spears , trim and remove tough ends
2 tbsp olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/4 cups low sodium chicken broth
6 oz couscous , ie. near east toasted pine nut
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Directions:

Cut each asparagus spear into 3-4 pieces.
Heat olive oil in a deep sauce pan. Add garlic, sautee for 1 minute.
Add broth and contents of flavor packet.
Add asparagus pieces. Simmer for for 3-4 minutes.
Add couscous, stir to combine; turn off heat; add parmesan cheese, and let stand for 5 minutes.
Serve.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	297.88 Kcal (1247 kJ)
Calories from fat	106.34 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	11.82g	18%
Cholesterol	11mg	4%
Sodium	218.93mg	9%
Potassium	237.53mg	5%
Total Carbs	36.09g	12%
Sugars	0.94g	4%
Dietary Fiber	2.96g	12%
Protein	12.67g	25%
Vitamin C	2.9mg	5%
Iron	1.4mg	8%
Calcium	164.1mg	16%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	166.86 Kcal (699 kJ)
Calories from fat	59.56 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	6.62g	18%
Cholesterol	6.16mg	4%
Sodium	122.63mg	9%
Potassium	133.05mg	5%
Total Carbs	20.22g	12%
Sugars	0.53g	4%
Dietary Fiber	1.66g	12%
Protein	7.1g	25%
Vitamin C	1.6mg	5%
Iron	0.8mg	8%
Calcium	91.9mg	16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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