Apricot Couscous Recipe

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Apricot Couscous
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Directions:

  1. In a medium saucepan add 1 TBL extra-virgin olive oil, when it is hot add the red onion, almonds and apricots and saute gently over low heat until translucent and slightly fragrant.
  2. Add the couscous then dump in the warm chicken broth. Stir with a fork to combine. Add lemon zest and cover. Let sit for 10 minutes, then uncover and fluff with a fork again.
  3. Coarsely chop the green onions, mint and cilantro; add this to the couscous. Add lemon juice, drizzle with olive oil, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 303.43 Kcal (1270 kJ)
Calories from fat 89.28 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9.92g 15%
Sodium 40.44mg 2%
Potassium 439.28mg 9%
Total Carbs 44.9g 15%
Sugars 5.73g 23%
Dietary Fiber 5.7g 23%
Protein 9.9g 20%
Vitamin C 8.7mg 15%
Vitamin A 0.7mg 25%
Iron 89.8mg 499%
Calcium 79.3mg 8%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 153.19 Kcal (641 kJ)
Calories from fat 45.07 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.01g 15%
Sodium 20.41mg 2%
Potassium 221.77mg 9%
Total Carbs 22.67g 15%
Sugars 2.89g 23%
Dietary Fiber 2.88g 23%
Protein 5g 20%
Vitamin C 4.4mg 15%
Vitamin A 0.4mg 25%
Iron 45.3mg 499%
Calcium 40mg 8%

* 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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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 6.1
    Points
  • 8
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • very low sodium,
  • cholesterol free,
  • good source of fiber

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