Lime Couscous With Summer Veggies Recipe

Name: Lime Couscous With Summer Veggies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) package couscous; 4 medium carrots, coarsely chopped (2 cups); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 medium zucchini (and or yellow summer squash, quartered lengthwise and sliced into 1/2-inch pieces); 6 green onions, sliced into 1-inch pieces; ½ cup limes or ½ cup lemon juice; ¼ cup olive oil; 1 tablespoon honey; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; ½ cup chopped walnuts, toasted; 2 ounces parmigiano-reggiano cheese, shaved (optional)

Servings: persons

1 (10 ounce) package couscous
4 medium carrots, coarsely chopped (2 cups)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium zucchini (and or yellow summer squash, quartered lengthwise and sliced into 1/2-inch pieces)
6 green onions, sliced into 1-inch pieces
½ cup limes or ½ cup lemon juice
¼ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
½ cup chopped walnuts, toasted
2 ounces parmigiano-reggiano cheese, shaved (optional)

1
Prepare couscous according to package directions*.
2
Meanwhile, in a large skillet cook and stir carrots in hot oil for 2 minutes.
3
Add zucchini and green onion; cook and stir 6 minutes or until vegetables are just tender.
4
Transfer couscous to large bowl and fluff with a fork.
5
Add carrot mixture.
6
In a screw-top jar combine lime juice, oil, honey, salt, and black pepper.
7
Cover and shake well.
8
Pour over couscous mixture; toss to combine.
9
Top with walnuts and cheese.
10
TIP:.
11
If you like, prepare couscous with reduced sodium chicken broth and decrease salt to 1/2 teaspoon.

438

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (10 ounce) package couscous, 4 medium carrots, coarsely chopped (2 cups), 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 medium zucchini (and or yellow summer squash, quartered lengthwise and sliced into 1/2-inch pieces), and more.

Yes, Lime Couscous With Summer Veggies falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lime Couscous With Summer Veggies

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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