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Brenda Thompson

Spinach Parmesan Couscous

5 from 2 votes
This easy Spinach Parmesan Couscous is a perfect side dish that can be made in under 10 minutes! Only six ingredients are all you need for this versatile recipe.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 237
Ingredients Method Video

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ¼ cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup couscous
  • 1 teaspoon unsalted butter optional
  • ½ teaspoon salt optional
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated

Method
 

To Make the Couscous
  1. In a medium sauce pan, add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  2. Add couscous and if using, butter and salt, stirring in quickly.
  3. Remove pan from heat and let mixture stand 5 minutes.
Adding Remaining Ingredients
  1. Return pan to stove and add chopped spinach, lemon juice and Parmesan cheese, heating over lowest heat.
  2. Cook until spinach wilts slightly and changes color (about 1 minute).
  3. Serve warm.

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