VEGETABLE MEDLEY WITH COUSCOUS

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I tried this recipe from a cookbook because I'd never had couscous before. Now I love it! It was divine with the vegetables and a good alternative to rice.-Ruth Cowley, Pipe Creek, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2-1/4 cups uncooked couscous
3 medium sweet red peppers, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
2 tablespoons canola oil
3 medium zucchini, halved and sliced
3 yellow summer squash, halved and sliced
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring the broth, butter, parsley and pepper to a boil. Stir in couscous. Cover and remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, saute the red peppers in oil for 4 minutes. Stir in the zucchini, yellow squash, basil and salt; cook 6-10 minutes longer or until tender., Fluff couscous with a fork; serve with vegetables and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 628mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

RK 900
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This is a great recipe for a summer cookout. It's light and refreshing and it's perfect for a crowd.


Bikram Thapa
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved it and they didn't even realize they were eating vegetables.


TripleD67
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I love the versatility of this recipe. I've made it with different vegetables and grains and it always turns out great.


John Mokonin
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make and it's healthy too.


Aneeqah Aneeqah
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Md Kayuim
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This was a great way to use up some leftover vegetables. I added some chopped zucchini and bell pepper and it turned out great.


Baby Ss
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I love this recipe! It's so healthy and flavorful. I always feel good after eating it.


Mdlokman hekim
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and it's so delicious. I've already made it twice and I'm sure I'll be making it again and again.


Abid Abid
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I'm not a big fan of couscous, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of flavors and textures was amazing.


Mercie Grochowski
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family last night and everyone loved it. The couscous was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were still crisp and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.