Lemon Couscous with Broccoli Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 tbsp olive oil
4 cups fresh broccoli florets, cut into small pieces
1 cup uncooked whole wheat couscous
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 tsp grated lemon peel
1 tsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp dried basil
1/4 tsp coarsely ground pepper
1 tbsp slivered almonds, toasted

Directions:

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add broccoli; cook and stir until crisp-tender.
Add couscous and garlic; cook and stir 1-2 minutes longer. Stir in broth, lemon peel, lemon juice and seasonings; bring to a boil. Remove from heat; let stand, covered, 5-10 minutes or until broth is absorbed. Fluff with a fork. Sprinkle with almonds. Yield: 6 servings.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	256.19 Kcal (1073 kJ)
Calories from fat	136.41 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	15.16g	23%
Sodium	336.92mg	14%
Potassium	401.73mg	9%
Total Carbs	21.59g	7%
Sugars	2.47g	10%
Dietary Fiber	5.13g	21%
Protein	9.46g	19%
Vitamin C	55.1mg	92%
Iron	1.4mg	8%
Calcium	93.7mg	9%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	142.78 Kcal (598 kJ)
Calories from fat	76.02 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	8.45g	23%
Sodium	187.77mg	14%
Potassium	223.89mg	9%
Total Carbs	12.03g	7%
Sugars	1.38g	10%
Dietary Fiber	2.86g	21%
Protein	5.27g	19%
Vitamin C	30.7mg	92%
Iron	0.8mg	8%
Calcium	52.2mg	9%

* 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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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

5.6

Points
7

PointsPlus

Good Points

saturated fat free,
cholesterol free,
good source of fiber

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