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Healthy Lunch Idea: Vegetable Couscous

Vegetable Couscous | Healthy Lunch Idea

This Vegetable Couscous is a delicious and healthy lunch idea that is easy to make and full of flavor. It is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and is packed with nutrients. The couscous is cooked in a flavorful broth and then combined with a variety of vegetables. It is a great vegetarian dish that can be enjoyed by everyone.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup couscous
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 zucchini, diced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil.
  2. Add the couscous and stir. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pan. Simmer for 10 minutes, or until the couscous is cooked.
  3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 3 minutes, or until the onion is softened.
  4. Add the bell pepper, zucchini, and peas and cook for 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  5. Add the cooked couscous to the skillet and stir to combine. Add the oregano, salt, and pepper and stir to combine.
  6. Serve the Vegetable Couscous warm.

Nutritional Information:

  • Calories: 250
  • Fat: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Fiber: 5g