Lemon Rocket Couscous

Name: Lemon Rocket Couscous
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: {'group': 'Main', 'item': '500g couscous'}; {'group': 'Main', 'item': '800ml chicken or vegetable stock'}; {'group': 'Main', 'item': '3 tbsp garlic oil'}; {'group': 'Main', 'item': 'zest and juice of 1 lemon'}; {'group': 'Main', 'item': '4 spring onions, finely sliced'}; {'group': 'Main', 'item': '100g rocket leaves'}; {'group': 'Seasoning', 'item': 'salt and pepper, to taste'}

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Elevate your meal with Lemon Rocket Couscous, a vibrant dish bursting with flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's perfect as a side or a light main course.

835 kcal /serving 15 mins Serves 4 Easy Mediterranean Vegetarian

Ingredients

Metric Imperial

{'group': 'Main', 'item': '500g couscous'}
{'group': 'Main', 'item': '800ml chicken or vegetable stock'}
{'group': 'Main', 'item': '3 tbsp garlic oil'}
{'group': 'Main', 'item': 'zest and juice of 1 lemon'}
{'group': 'Main', 'item': '4 spring onions, finely sliced'}
{'group': 'Main', 'item': '100g rocket leaves'}
{'group': 'Seasoning', 'item': 'salt and pepper, to taste'}

Preparation

Prepare the stock by dissolving concentrate, cube, or granules in boiling water.
Zest and juice the lemon, and finely slice the spring onions.

Cooking

Heat the garlic oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add the couscous and sauté, stirring constantly, for 2-3 minutes until lightly toasted.
Pour in the hot stock, stirring continuously, and cook over low heat until the liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes.
Turn off the heat, cover with a lid, and let it sit for 10 minutes.

Plating & Serving

Fluff the couscous with a fork to separate the grains.
Transfer to a large bowl and mix in the lemon zest and juice, sliced spring onions, and season with salt and pepper.
Gently fold in the rocket leaves before serving.

Notes

This dish pairs well with grilled meats or can be enjoyed on its own as a light meal.

Suggested Sides

Nutrition per Serving

835 Calories

39.2g Protein 33% DV

100.8g Carbs 34% DV

29.4g Fat 38% DV

7.6g Fiber 20% DV

1.4g Sugars

250mg Sodium 17% DV

89mg Cholesterol 25% DV

Diet Type	Balanced Low Sodium
Health Labels	Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Mediterranean Dairy Free Egg Free Milk Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Fish Free Shellfish Free Pork Free Red Meat Free Crustacean Free Celery Free Mustard Free Sesame Free Lupine Free Mollusk Free Alcohol Free No Sugar Added Sulphite Free Kosher