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Courtney's Cajun Couscous With A Kick Recipe

Spice up your lunch or snack with this quick and easy Cajun Couscous recipe! This vibrant dish transforms bland couscous into a flavorful, satisfying meal in just 10 minutes. Perfect for a solo lunch, a light dinner, or a tasty snack. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 2 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 275.9 kcal
Protein 19g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Courtney's Cajun Couscous With A Kick

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How to Make Courtney's Cajun Couscous With A Kick

  1. In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup chicken broth, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  2. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
  3. Once boiling, remove the saucepan from the heat.
  4. Stir in 1/2 cup couscous.
  5. Cover the saucepan and let it stand for 5 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the couscous is tender.
  6. Fluff the couscous with a fork and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

4g

Carbs

15g

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation North American For 1 Or 2 Healthy Lunch Side Dishes American Cajun Southern United States Easy Low Fat Dietary Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Low In Something Pasta Rice And Grains Number Of Servings 3 Steps Or Less