Couscous with Toasted Pine Nuts and Currants or Raisins
Jessica Braider
This is one of my favorite side dishes. It is so simple, but so satisfying with its various textures and that little pop of sweetness from the currants or raisins.
1pkg. couscous or use quinoa for a gluten-free alternative
2cupsreduced-sodium chicken or vegetable broth (or use any variety)optional
2Tbsp. pine nutstoasted
2Tbsp. currants or raisins
Instructions
Prepare the couscous according to the package directions, using water or broth for the liquid.
Stir the pine nuts and currants or raisins into the hot prepared couscous and cover it until you are ready to serve.
Notes
Nutritional Information Per Serving (% based upon daily values): Calories 196, Total Fat: 3g, 3%; Saturated Fat: 0g, 1%; Cholesterol: 0mg, 0%; Sodium: 8mg, 0%; Total Carbohydrate: 37g, 12%; Dietary Fiber: 2g, 9%; Sugar: 1g; Protein: 7gLike this recipe? Check out The Scramble's family-friendly meal plans to see just how simple getting dinner on the table can be!
Keyword 30 Minutes (or less) Meals, All, Dairy-Free, Fall, Kid-Friendly, Kosher, Low Fat, Low Sodium, Make-Ahead, No Added Sugar, Picnic, Side Dish, Spring, Summer, Super Scramble Express (20 minutes or less total), Vegan, Vegetarian, Winter