ORANGE COUSCOUS

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Here's a fabulous, healthy side dish that features a delightful blend of fresh herbs and sunny citrus flavors. Says Kathleen Martin of Medford, New York, "Anytime I take this to a picnic...the bowl is always the first one emptied!" TIP: When herbs are fresh and plentiful in her garden, Kathleen Martin chops and freezes them with the oil, lime juice and soy sauce, then stores in Zip-loc bags. That way she can enjoy this tasty dish with fresh herb flavor all year long.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup orange juice
1 cup water
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 package (10 ounces) couscous
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
2 tablespoons minced chives
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring orange juice, water and cumin to a boil. Stir in couscous; remove from the heat. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed; fluff with a fork., Transfer to a large bowl; cool., In a small bowl, whisk the oil, lime juice and soy sauce. Stir in the cilantro, basil, chives, ginger and salt. Pour over couscous and toss to coat. Add oranges and almonds; toss gently. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 231mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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