Saffron, Zucchini and Herb Couscous Recipe

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Saffron, Zucchini and Herb Couscous
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Directions:

  1. Bring the chicken stock to a boil in a small saucepan and turn off the heat.
  2. Add the salt, pepper, cumin and saffron threads and allow to steep for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil and melt the butter in a saute pan.
  4. Add the zucchini and cook for 5 minutes, or until lightly browned.
  5. Bring the chicken stock just back to a boil.
  6. Place the couscous in a large bowl and add the cooked zucchini.
  7. Pour the hot chicken stock over them.
  8. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and allow to stand at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  9. Add the basil and parsley.
  10. Toss the couscous and herbs with a fork and serve warm or at room temperature.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 184.06 Kcal (771 kJ)
Calories from fat 49.74 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.53g 9%
Cholesterol 8.98mg 3%
Sodium 337.63mg 14%
Potassium 174.55mg 4%
Total Carbs 27.59g 9%
Sugars 0.98g 4%
Dietary Fiber 1.99g 8%
Protein 6.07g 12%
Vitamin C 11.9mg 20%
Iron 1mg 5%
Calcium 27.8mg 3%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 187.62 Kcal (786 kJ)
Calories from fat 50.7 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.63g 9%
Cholesterol 9.16mg 3%
Sodium 344.15mg 14%
Potassium 177.92mg 4%
Total Carbs 28.12g 9%
Sugars 1g 4%
Dietary Fiber 2.03g 8%
Protein 6.19g 12%
Vitamin C 12.1mg 20%
Iron 1mg 5%
Calcium 28.3mg 3%

* 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

  • 3.7
    Points
  • 5
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

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