Mediterranean Couscous with Mint and Curcuma
Posted on September 18, 2021
Mediterranean Couscous with Mint and Curcuma
Makes 4 servings | 15 minutes
Healthy, quick, and very versatile recipe! Mint gives this dish a fresh taste and aroma, while Curcuma adds color and acts as a potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. You can use other fresh herbs such as sage, basil, or cilantro instead. To make this an entrée, add a little feta cheese, water-packed tuna, or shredded cooked chicken.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 tablespoon Curcuma
- 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 8 cherry tomatoes, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup seeded cucumber, chopped
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/4 cup carrots, finely diced
- 1/4 cup green or red onions, sliced (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
- 4 teaspoons Entimio Vivace organic extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1 - Vegetable Mix
In a large bowl, mix all ingredients except couscous, Curcuma, and Entimio Vivace organic extra virgin olive oil, and set aside.
Step 2 - Couscous Preparation
Bring broth to a boil in a medium saucepan; gradually stir in couscous, Curcuma, and one tablespoon of Entimio Vivace organic extra virgin olive oil. Remove from heat, cover, and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork - Important - or it turns to a brick!
Step 3 - Putting It All Together
Combine couscous with other ingredients in the large bowl and add remaining extra virgin olive oil.
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