Cucumber & Zucchini Cousous

Couscous is very nutritious and it has twice the amount of nutrients found in pasta. According to historians, couscous originated from North Africa. It is a staple dish in some countries in Europe and the Middle East. It is usually served with meat or as a side dish. It can also be eaten alone with bread. You can eat it warm or cold, depending on how you want it.

Serves 6

Ingredients:

10 ounces uncooked couscous

1 3/4 cup vegetable or chicken broth

4 tablespoons olive oil

1/2 cup lemon juice

3/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

1 cucumber, seeded and diced

1 zucchini, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 big red onion, chopped

1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped

1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped

6 slices lemon

Mediterranean flat bread

In a saucepan or skillet, heat the olive oil under medium heat. Saute the garlic, onions and zucchini for 5-7 minutes until soft.

In a deep saucepan, boil the broth. Stir in couscous and then cover for 1 minute. Remove from heat. Let it stand for 5 minutes. After, fluff it with a fork.  Add the cucumber, parsley, basil, sautéed zucchini and lemon juice. Mix well and season it with salt and pepper.

Serve with warm with lime wedges and flat bread.

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