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Moroccan Couscous

Moroccan-Inspired Couscous Bowl

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Bring some new flavors to the lunchbox with this easy Moroccan-Inspired Couscous Bowl! It's a fresh and healthy meal that is simple to make and is a new, exciting way to fill a lunchbox.
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Prep Time 12 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings: 1 child
Course: lunch
Cuisine: kid-friendly, Middle Eastern
Calories: 668
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/3 cup pearl couscous
  • 2/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup diced roasted vegetables zucchini, bell pepper
  • 2 oz grilled chicken breast diced
  • 2 tablespoons dried cranberries
  • 2 tablespoons sliced almonds
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
  • Salt to taste

Equipment

Method
 

  1. Bring chicken broth to boil in saucepan
  2. Add couscous, reduce heat, cover and simmer 10 minutes
  3. Remove from heat, let stand 5 minutes
  4. Fluff couscous with fork
  5. Heat olive oil in skillet, add roasted vegetables
  6. Season vegetables with cinnamon and turmeric
  7. Combine warm couscous with seasoned vegetables
  8. Add diced chicken, cranberries, and almonds
  9. Toss gently and pack in thermos if serving warm

Nutrition

Calories: 668kcalCarbohydrates: 76gProtein: 32gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 48mgSodium: 97mgPotassium: 551mgFiber: 7gSugar: 23gVitamin A: 14IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 91mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Pearl couscous has better texture than regular couscous. Can use leftover roasted vegetables. Cinnamon and turmeric provide authentic Moroccan flavors. Almonds add crunch but omit if nut allergies.

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