Zucchini Ribbons With Saffron Couscous Recipe

Name: Zucchini Ribbons With Saffron Couscous
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 zucchini (about 2 pounds); 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1/2 cup finely diced onion (about 1 small); 1/2 cup finely diced carrot (about 1 small); 1 (14-ounce) can fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth; 1 teaspoon salt, divided; 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads, crushed; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided; 1 1/4 cups uncooked couscous; 1/2 cup frozen green peas; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Servings: persons

4 zucchini (about 2 pounds)
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/2 cup finely diced onion (about 1 small)
1/2 cup finely diced carrot (about 1 small)
1 (14-ounce) can fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon saffron threads, crushed
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
1 1/4 cups uncooked couscous
1/2 cup frozen green peas
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

1
Using a vegetable peeler, shave zucchini into ribbons; set aside.
2
Heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium-high heat in a medium saucepan. Add onion and carrot; saute 3 minutes. Add broth, 1/2 teaspoon salt, saffron, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper; bring to a boil. Stir in couscous and peas. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Keep warm.
3
Heat remaining 4 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add zucchini ribbons, and saute 1 minute or until tender. Stir in remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and remaining 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Serve over couscous mixture. Sprinkle evenly with cilantro.

175

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 zucchini (about 2 pounds), 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided, 1/2 cup finely diced onion (about 1 small), 1/2 cup finely diced carrot (about 1 small), and more.

Yes, Zucchini Ribbons With Saffron Couscous falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Zucchini Ribbons With Saffron Couscous

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