Curried Couscous

Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

• ¼ cup shredded carrot
• 1 garlic clove, minced and mashed into a paste
• 1½ teaspoons curry powder
• 1½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
• ½ cup cherry tomatoes or finely diced tomatoes
• 1/3 cup finely sliced green onions
• 1 cup whole wheat couscous
• ¼ cup finely chopped fresh mint leaves
• Salt and pepper to taste

Procedure

1. In a small saucepan, place shredded carrots, mashed garlic, curry powder, and chicken broth.
2. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to simmer.
3. In a medium bowl, place couscous, green onions, and tomatoes.
4. Pour hot chicken broth mixture over couscous, cover with plastic wrap, and let sit for 5 minutes.
5. Remove plastic wrap.
6. Fluff couscous with a fork.
7. Season with fresh mint, salt, and pepper.

Credits: Recipe by AccentHealth Chef Donna Brousseau.