Lemon Couscous
Extremely easy and quick to make, this tasty Lemon Couscous is a delicious side dish for any of your proteins.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp. olive oil tips &tricks
- 1 large clove garlic, pressed
- 1 1/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice tips & tricks
- 1 tsp. lemon zest
- 1 pinch ground Himalayan sea salt
- 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper, or to taste (I always use mixed peppercorns)
- 1 cup Moroccan couscous
- 1 tbsp. parsley, finely chopped tips & tricks
Directions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add oil and when it gets hot, add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Pour in chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt and pepper; stir well. Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Add couscous, stir very well, cover and remove from the heat. Let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Add parsley and fluff it with a fork. Serve immediately.