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Couscous with Peas and Onions

Couscous and peas in a bowl with a spoon on the side
Makes: 4 servings

Couscous is cooked with sage, peas, and onions for a savory side dish. Look for couscous or whole grain couscous in the aisle near the rice.

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 cup onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup frozen green peas
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground sage
  • 1 1/3 cups water
  • 1 cup couscous
  • salt (1/2 teaspoon, optional)

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Combine oil and onions in heavy skillet.
  3. Sauté for 5 to 10 minutes until lightly browned.
  4. Add the peas, sage, water, couscous, and salt if desired.
  5. Cover and cook on medium heat for about 5 minutes or until peas are tender but still bright green and all of the water is absorbed.
  6. Fluff with fork.

Notes

Serve with lemon wedges or balsamic vinegar.

Learn more about:

Source:

CHOICES: Steps Toward Health
UMass Extension Nutrition Education Program

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1 cup
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 181
Total Fat 2 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 39 mg
Carbohydrates 35 g
Dietary Fiber 4 g
Total Sugars 4 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 7 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 31 mg
Iron 1 mg
Potassium 168 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 181
Total Fat 2 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Monounsaturated Fat 1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Linoleic Acid 0 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.0 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 g
Omega 3 - DHA 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Carbohydrates 35 g
Dietary Fiber 4 g
Total Sugars 4 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 7 g
Minerals
Calcium 31 mg
Potassium 168 mg
Sodium 39 mg
Copper 0 mg
Iron 1 mg
Magnesium 23 mg
Phosphorus 67 mg
Selenium 31 mg
Zinc 1 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 42 mcg
Vitamin B6 0.2 mg
Vitamin B12 0.0 mcg
Vitamin C 7 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 0 mg
Vitamin K 12 mcg
Folate 47 mcg
Thiamin 0.2 mg
Riboflavin 0.1 mg
Niacin 2 mg
Choline 17 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Grains 1 1/2 ounces
Vegetables 1/2 cups

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