Couscous Skillet Paella

Paella is a traditional Spanish dish that originated in the Valencia region, but this version with couscous is a modern twist on the classic recipe.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Couscous Skillet Paella

Cooking Method: Sautéing, Simmering Cuisine: Mediterranean, Spanish Courses: Dinner, Main Course Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1520

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 large Bell pepper
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 1 large Tomato
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 2 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 cup Couscous
• ¹⁄₂ cup Frozen peas
• juice of 1 Lemon
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• for garnish chopped Fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic, and sauté until softened.
2. Add the tomato, smoked paprika, turmeric, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 2 minutes.
3. Stir in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
4. Add the couscous and frozen peas. Stir well, cover, and remove from heat. Let it rest for 5 minutes.
5. Fluff the couscous with a fork and squeeze the lemon juice over it. Season with salt.
6. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 380kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 65g22%

Sugars 8g

Protein 12g24%

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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.