Courtney’s Cajun Couscous With a Kick!

Cajun cuisine originates from the French-speaking Acadian people who were deported from Acadia in Canada to Louisiana in the 18th century.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Courtney’s Cajun Couscous With a Kick!

Cooking Method: Boiling, Sautéing Cuisine: American, Cajun Courses: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Couscous
• 2 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 piece Bell pepper
• 1 piece Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• 1 can Black beans
• 1 cup Corn kernels
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 piece Lime
• 2 tablespoon Cilantro
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Add couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced bell pepper, onion, and minced garlic. Sauté until vegetables are tender.
3. Stir in Cajun seasoning, black beans, corn kernels, and cherry tomatoes. Cook for another 5 minutes.
4. Fluff the couscous with a fork and add it to the skillet. Mix well.
5. Squeeze lime juice over the couscous mixture and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 2g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.