Directions:
- Cook couscous according to directions on box.
- In 12 saute pan, heat up 2 Tbl olive oil over medium-medium high heat.
- Add onion and saute until brown, almost burnt.
- Turn heat down to med-low and add garlic and olives and cook until garlic is golden and olives are warmed through.
- In a large bowl combine couscous, sauteed mixture, remaining Tbl of olive oil, lemon juice and zest and cheese, if using. Mix well.
- Th longer this sits, the more the flavors meld and mellow, overnight in the fridge is best. It's not a necessary step, but it does improve the flavor.
- Reheat and serve.
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per 1 Serving | |||
| Calories | 202.27 Kcal (847 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 91.02 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 10.11g | 16% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 5.56mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 536.36mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 46.69mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbs | 20.97g | 7% | |
| Sugars | 0.56g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.42g | 10% | |
| Protein | 4.28g | 9% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.8mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 52.6mg | 5% | |
| Amount Per 100 g | |||
| Calories | 176.36 Kcal (738 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 79.36 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 8.82g | 16% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 4.85mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 467.65mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 40.71mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbs | 18.29g | 7% | |
| Sugars | 0.49g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.11g | 10% | |
| Protein | 3.73g | 9% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.7mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 45.8mg | 5% | |
* 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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