Pea and Mint Couscous

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Health score
14%
Pea and Mint Couscous
45 min.
2
249kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience that celebrates the vibrant flavors of the season! This Pea and Mint Couscous dish is the perfect side to add a refreshing touch to your meals. Whether you're hosting a cozy dinner party or simply craving something light and healthy, this recipe is sure to impress.

With its bright green peas and aromatic mint, this dish not only looks appealing but also bursts with freshness. The subtle tang of lemon juice enhances the overall flavor profile, making it a great accompaniment to grilled vegetables or a protein of your choice. Plus, it's quick and easy to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings.

As a vegetarian, vegan, and dairy-free option, this Pea and Mint Couscous caters to a variety of dietary preferences while still delivering on taste and satisfaction. At only 249 calories per serving, it's a guilt-free addition to your meal plan, rich in carbohydrates and modestly low in fats.

Join us in the kitchen as we whip up this simple yet delicious dish that captures the essence of spring. Perfectly fluffy couscous paired with sweet peas and the refreshing zing of mint makes for a dish that’s not only healthy but also heartwarming!

Ingredients

  • 0.7 cup couscous 
  • tablespoon mint leaves fresh chopped
  • teaspoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 cup peas frozen
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.7 cup water 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In a small saucepan bring water to a boil with salt.
  2. Add peas and return water to a boil. Stir in couscous and cover pan. Immediately remove pan from heat and let couscous stand, covered, 5 minutes. Fluff couscous with a fork and stir in mint, lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts

Calories249kcal
Protein15.4%
Fat2.02%
Carbs82.58%

Properties

Glycemic Index
54.67
Glycemic Load
28.55
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
8.9365216778672%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.02mg
Hesperetin
0.98mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Apigenin
0.13mg
Luteolin
0.32mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:249.04kcal
12.45%
Fat:0.55g
0.85%
Saturated Fat:0.1g
0.63%
Carbohydrates:50.59g
16.86%
Net Carbohydrates:45.42g
16.52%
Sugar:2.18g
2.42%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:593.72mg
25.81%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.43g
18.87%
Manganese:0.63mg
31.5%
Vitamin C:17.23mg
20.88%
Fiber:5.16g
20.66%
Vitamin B3:2.82mg
14.09%
Phosphorus:139.41mg
13.94%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.91%
Copper:0.23mg
11.42%
Magnesium:40.44mg
10.11%
Folate:38.95µg
9.74%
Vitamin K:8.99µg
8.56%
Vitamin B5:0.77mg
7.69%
Vitamin A:383.81IU
7.68%
Iron:1.29mg
7.18%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.51%
Zinc:0.97mg
6.45%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.9%
Potassium:203.67mg
5.82%
Calcium:32mg
3.2%
Source:Epicurious