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Tomato and White Bean Couscous

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  • Author: Liz Thomson
  • Prep Time: 5 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 Minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Fluffy couscous topped with garlicky white beans and tomatoes creates a quick and easy dinner recipe that is packed with flavor! You only need 15 minutes to assemble this tasty dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 cup couscous
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 45 large cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 1 28oz can diced tomatoes or fire roasted diced tomatoes
  • 1 15oz can white navy beans, cannellini beans or great northern beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or kale (stems removed)
  • Salt to taste (I added 1/2 teaspoon)

Instructions

  1. Bring 1 cup of vegetable broth to a boil.
  2. Add the couscous, cover, and remove from heat.
  3. Let the couscous absorb the broth, then fluff with a fork.
  4. In a large skillet, add the olive oil, onion and garlic and cook over medium heat for 4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  5. Add the tomatoes and white beans and bring to a simmer.
  6. Cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Stir in the kale and cook for 1-2 minutes or until the kale has wilted slightly.
  8. Add salt to the tomatoes, if desired.
  9. Divide the couscous into 4 bowls then top with the tomato mixture.
  10. Garnish with fresh parmesan, if desired.