Side Dishes

Roasted Almond Couscous

Shelly Redmond
September 15, 2014
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Have you ever had couscous before? Couscous is a teeny tiny pasta that cooks in about 5 minutes and makes a great side for any dish that has a sauce to be soaked up! I served this particular couscous with a chicken recipe which I plan to share later this week but it would be great with anything! You could add roasted or grilled veggies and have a whole meal right there in one bowl! I hope you enjoy.

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1 c. low sodium vegetable or chicken broth
1/2 t. salt
1 c. couscous
1/4 c. parsley, chopped
2 T. sliced almonds, toasted
Place the broth and salt in a medium saucepan and bring it to a boil. Add the couscous, stir to combine, cover and turn the heat off. Allow the couscous to sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the couscous...
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Nutritions

Calories
401

Sodium
4555mg
189% DV

Fat
0.71g
1% DV

Protein
17g
35% DV

Carbs
79g
26% DV

Fiber
5g
22% DV
Pasta Dairy-Free Boiled Dinner Vegetarian

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Nutritions

Calories
1348

Sodium
1443mg
60% DV

Fat
59g
91% DV

Protein
56g
113% DV

Carbs
141g
48% DV

Fiber
7g
31% DV