Texas Couscous

Couscous is a staple in North African cuisine, but this Tex-Mex twist adds a spicy kick to the traditional dish.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Texas Couscous

Cooking Method: Boiling, Sautéing Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex Courses: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: 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
• 1 can Black beans
• 1 cup Corn kernels
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 small Jalapeno pepper
• 1 small Red onion
• 1 bunch Cilantro
• 1 medium Lime
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Cook the couscous according to package instructions.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add the chopped red bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, and red onion. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
4. Add the corn kernels and black beans. Cook for another 5 minutes.
5. Stir in the cooked couscous, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until well combined.
6. Remove from heat and squeeze lime juice over the couscous mixture.
7. Garnish with chopped cilantro.
8. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
9. Enjoy your Texas Couscous!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 5g

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.