Saffron Couscous With Fresh Peas and Chives Recipe

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Saffron Couscous With Fresh Peas and Chives
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Directions:

  1. Bring chicken broth to simmer in medium saucepan.
  2. Add peas and cook just until tender, about 2 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer peas to bowl.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons butter and saffron threads to broth and bring to boil. Remove from heat.
  4. Add couscous; stir to blend. Cover tightly and let stand until liquid is absorbed and couscous is tender, about 5 minutes.
  5. Fluff couscous with fork. Gently mix in chives and peas.
  6. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer couscous to large bowl.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 200.3 Kcal (839 kJ)
Calories from fat 38.38 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4.26g 7%
Cholesterol 10.18mg 3%
Sodium 7.48mg 0%
Potassium 160.11mg 3%
Total Carbs 32.98g 11%
Sugars 2.21g 9%
Dietary Fiber 3.68g 15%
Protein 6.7g 13%
Vitamin C 15.7mg 26%
Iron 0.8mg 4%
Calcium 20.9mg 2%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 239.05 Kcal (1001 kJ)
Calories from fat 45.8 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.09g 7%
Cholesterol 12.15mg 3%
Sodium 8.92mg 0%
Potassium 191.09mg 3%
Total Carbs 39.36g 11%
Sugars 2.64g 9%
Dietary Fiber 4.39g 15%
Protein 8g 13%
Vitamin C 18.7mg 26%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 2%
Iron 0.9mg 4%
Calcium 25mg 2%

* 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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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 3.6
    Points
  • 5
    PointsPlus

Good Points

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

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