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Pesto Israeli Couscous Pilaf with Carrots

This Pesto Israeli Couscous Pilaf makes the humble couscous special and loaded with health-boosting nutrients, too—thanks to the spinach pesto that flavors up the entire bowl.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: African, Italian
Calories: 536kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 3/4 cup carrots diced
  • 3 tablespoons spinach pesto
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons harissa
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup Israeli Couscous
  • salt to taste

Instructions

  • Heat oil.
  • Add onion and carrots and saute for a few minutes, until onions are translucent.
  • Add pesto, harissa, and water and bring to a boil.
  • Add couscous.
  • Stir and reduce to a simmer.
  • Cover and cook for about 10-15 minutes, until couscous is tender.
  • Add salt to taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 536kcal | Carbohydrates: 87g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 191mg | Potassium: 637mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 16091IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 86mg | Iron: 2mg
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