Saffron-Scented Couscous with Pine Nuts Recipe

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Saffron-Scented Couscous with Pine Nuts
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  1. Bring broth, 2 tablespoons butter, saffron, and 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt to boil in heavy large saucepan, stirring to melt butter. Remove from heat. Mix in couscous. Cover and let stand until all liquid is absorbed and couscous is tender, about 10 minutes. Fluff couscous with fork. Mix in remaining 1 tablespoon butter and half of green onions and nuts. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Mound in bowl. Sprinkle with remaining green onions and nuts.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 272.64 Kcal (1141 kJ)
Calories from fat 104.5 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 11.61g 18%
Cholesterol 12.57mg 4%
Sodium 260.62mg 11%
Potassium 134.78mg 3%
Total Carbs 34.83g 12%
Sugars 0.67g 3%
Dietary Fiber 2.63g 11%
Protein 7.68g 15%
Vitamin C 1mg 2%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%
Calcium 16.5mg 2%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 178.67 Kcal (748 kJ)
Calories from fat 68.48 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7.61g 18%
Cholesterol 8.24mg 4%
Sodium 170.79mg 11%
Potassium 88.33mg 3%
Total Carbs 22.82g 12%
Sugars 0.44g 3%
Dietary Fiber 1.73g 11%
Protein 5.03g 15%
Vitamin C 0.6mg 2%
Iron 0.7mg 6%
Calcium 10.8mg 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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Weightwatchers Points

  • 5.9
    Points
  • 7
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol,
  • sugar free

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