Parmesan and Pine Nut Couscous
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 358kcal
In less than 20 minutes, Parmesan and Pine Nut Couscous comes together to make the most delicious side dish. With the delicate crunch of the toasted nuts, and the salty nuttiness of the parmesan, this side tastes like high end restaurant dining, but prepared easily right in the comfort of your own kitchen!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup instant couscous (heaping cup)
- 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
- 1 cup parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large sauce pan with a tight fitting lid, over medium-high heat, add the water, olive oil, salt, and ground black pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Once the water is boiling, add in the couscous. Stir to combine. Place a lid on the pan and turn off the heat.
- Allow couscous to steam for 12 minutes. Do not lift the lid!
- Once done, remove the lid and fluff with a fork. Toss in pine nuts and the parmesan. Toss together.
- Garnish with finely chopped parsley, if you desire, and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 358kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 680mg | Potassium: 153mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 216IU | Calcium: 288mg | Iron: 1mg