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herb mushroom couscous
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Herb Mushroom Couscous

This Herb Mushroom Couscous is one of those side dishes that is quick, packed with flavor, and just a little bit fancy without being fussy.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 197kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound baby bella mushrooms sliced
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup Moroccan couscous
  • 1 1/2 cup vegetable broth
  • 1/4 teaspoon EACH salt and pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat, add the oil. Once hot, add diced onion and mushrooms and cook until all of the liquid has evaporated and the mushrooms have started to brown, about 8 minutes.
  • Remove half of the mushrooms from the skillet and set aside.
  • Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Then add the couscous, vegetable broth, salt and pepper.
  • Bring it to a boil, cover with a lid, and turn off the heat. Let it rest for 5 minutes.
  • Open the lid and add the reserved mushrooms back in. Then add the fresh dill and lemon zest. Stir everything together well.

Nutrition

Calories: 197kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 341mg | Potassium: 422mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 277IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg