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a bowl of couscous with spinach

Parmesan Spinach Couscous

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  • Author: Liz Thomson
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Parmesan spinach couscous is a quick and delicious side dish made with a handful of pantry staples. It can be prepared in just 20 minutes! Serve it as a side dish with your favorite protein or enjoy it as a vegetarian main dish.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 medium white onion, finely diced
  • 4 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups of dry couscous
  • 2 cups of vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (plus more for garnish)
  • 1 cup baby spinach, chopped
  • Salt to taste, if needed

Instructions

  1. In a large saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 7 minutes or until the onion is soft and translucent.
  2. Add the garlic and continue to cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the vegetable broth, turn the heat to high, cover and bring to a boil.
  4. Once boiling, add the couscous and spinach. Stir, then immediately remove from heat and cover.
  5. Let the couscous sit for 5 minutes, or until the broth has been absorbed.
  6. Top with Parmesan and fluff with a fork. Season with salt to taste and serve immediately.