Couscous with Dried Apricots and Pistachios
| Diet Nutritional Stats Couscous with Dried Apricots and Pistachios | |
| Serving Size 149 g | |
| Amount Per Serving | |
| Calories 306 | Calories from Fat 89 |
| % Daily Value | |
| Total Fat 9.9g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat 1.1g | 6% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrates 49.4g | 16% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.4g | 30% |
| Sugars 4.9g | |
| Protein 11.5g | |
| Vitamin A 16% Vitamin C 9% Iron 15% Calcium 6% |
- 3 cups water
- 2 1/4 cups whole wheat couscous
- 1 1/4 cups (about 7 ounces) dried apricots, thinly sliced
- 2 1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1 1/4 cups unsalted pistachios, toasted, chopped
- 3/4 cup chopped green onions
- 6 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil
Combine water and salt in medium saucepan; bring to boil. Combine couscous, apricots and spices in large bowl. Add boiling liquid. Cover immediately; let stand until water is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Uncover; fluff with fork. Cool. (Can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to room temperature before continuing.)
Mix nuts, green onions and basil into couscous. Season with pepper.