Saffron Whole Wheat Couscous
Pungent saffronthe worlds costliest spiceis prized for its deep, golden color and subtle flavor.
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Pungent saffronthe worlds costliest spiceis prized for its deep, golden color and subtle flavor.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup white wine or hot vegetable broth
- 1/2 tsp. saffron threads
- 2 cups vegetable broth, boiling
- 2 cups quick-cook, whole wheat couscous
- 1 cup chopped dried apricots
- 1/3 cup chopped walnuts
- 2 Tbs. chopped flat-leaf parsley
Preparation
Place wine and saffron in small bowl, and set aside for 10 minutes.
In small saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in couscous, apricots, walnuts, parsley and saffron mixture. Stir to mix well. Cover, remove from heat and set aside for 5 minutes. Fluff with fork, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
- Calories 309
- Carbohydrate Content 60 g
- Cholesterol Content 0 mg
- Fat Content 4 g
- Fiber Content 8 g
- Protein Content 10 g
- Saturated Fat Content 0 g
- Sodium Content 14 mg
- Sugar Content 8 g