Couscous with Honeyed Almonds and Lemon

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Try this side dish with a Mediterranean style marinated chicken.

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup blanched slivered almonds

  • 1 tablespoon honey

  • 2 cups water

  • 1 (8.8 ounce) package Israeli couscous

  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest

  • salt to taste

Directions

  1. Toast almonds in a skillet over medium heat until the nuts just began to brown. Stir in the honey making sure to coat the nuts. Spread the mixture on tin foil to cool; when the almonds have cooled completely break into small pieces.

  2. Bring water to a boil in a 2 quart or larger sauce pan and stir in the couscous. Cover the pot and and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until all the liquid has been absorbed. Remove from heat and stir in the almonds, lemon zest, and salt.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

195 Calories
3g Fat
36g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 195
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3g 3%
Saturated Fat 0g 1%
Sodium 7mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 36g 13%
Dietary Fiber 3g 9%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 6g 13%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 25mg 2%
Iron 1mg 3%
Potassium 101mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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