Simple Couscous (Alexandra Guarnaschelli) Recipe

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Simple Couscous (Alexandra Guarnaschelli)
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Ingredients:

Directions:

  1. Couscous:
  2. Bring the water to a simmer in a small pot over medium heat, then turn off the heat.
  3. In a shallow baking dish combine the couscous, salt and olive oil, tossing to coat. Add in the warm water and smooth the couscous into an even layer. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and allow it to rest for 15 minutes by the stove.
  4. Gremolata: In a medium bowl, combine the lemon zest and juice with the sea salt, garlic and parsley. Stir in enough olive oil to blend and bring the ingredients together. Taste for seasoning.
  5. When ready to serve, flake the couscous with a fork and taste for seasoning. If the texture is a little too al dente, microwave the dish for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Reseason the couscous with salt, if necessary. Toss it with the gremolata and, again, taste for seasoning.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 327.26 Kcal (1370 kJ)
Calories from fat 54.6 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.07g 9%
Sodium 753.84mg 31%
Potassium 1255.77mg 27%
Total Carbs 57.85g 19%
Sugars 3.85g 15%
Dietary Fiber 14.53g 58%
Protein 17.44g 35%
Vitamin C 68.8mg 115%
Iron 10.1mg 56%
Calcium 515.9mg 52%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 137.03 Kcal (574 kJ)
Calories from fat 22.86 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.54g 9%
Sodium 315.65mg 31%
Potassium 525.83mg 27%
Total Carbs 24.22g 19%
Sugars 1.61g 15%
Dietary Fiber 6.08g 58%
Protein 7.3g 35%
Vitamin C 28.8mg 115%
Iron 4.2mg 56%
Calcium 216mg 52%

* 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

  • 6.3
    Points
  • 8
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free,
  • high fiber

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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