Pearl (Israeli) Couscous with Veggies

March 09, 2015

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This recipe for Pearl (or Israeli) couscous with veggies is packed with protein, making this an excellent vegetarian lunch or healthy side dish.

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 1/2 cups vegetable broth, divided
8 ounce pkg. israeli couscous (1 3/4 cups)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 small yellow onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
3 carrots, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
1 cup shelled edamame
1 cup sweet corn
3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground sea salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

In a medium saucepan, sauté 1 3/4 cups couscous with 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat until couscous is lightly browned (about 5 min), stirring frequently. Add 2 1/4 cups of vegetable stock and bring...
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Nutritions

Calories
1177

Sodium
313mg
13% DV

Fat
12g
19% DV

Protein
39g
79% DV

Carbs
228g
77% DV

Fiber
19g
77% DV