Whole-wheat couscous is practically an instant side dish. Fresh herbs and hot sauce add flavor with few calories.

Makes 4 servings

ACTIVE TIME: 5 minutes

TOTAL TIME: 10 minutes

EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy

1 1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth or water
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups whole-wheat couscous
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Freshly ground pepper to taste

Combine broth or water, butter, hot sauce and salt in a small saucepan with a tight-fitting lid and bring to a boil. Stir in couscous and remove from heat. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Uncover and fluff the grains with a fork to separate. Stir in parsley. Season with pepper.

NUTRITION INFORMATION: Per serving: 349 calories; 4 g fat (2 g sat, 0 g mono); 9 mg cholesterol; 68 g carbohydrate; 13 g protein; 11 g fiber; 192 mg sodium; 5 mg potassium.


4 Carbohydrate Servings

This was really basic and tasted it. A good base for more interesting preparations, but hardly inspired.

Ellen, Oakton, VA