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Saffron Couscous And Spinach Stew Recipe
A delicious and healthy stew combining saffron-infused couscous with fresh spinach and chickpeas.
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Preparation Time:
10
minutes
mins
Cook Time:
20
minutes
mins
Total Time:
30
minutes
mins
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Mediterranean
Servings:
4
servings
Calories:
250
kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
1
cup
couscous
1
pinch
saffron threads
2
cups
vegetable broth
1
tablespoon
olive oil
1
onion, chopped
2
cloves
garlic, minced
1
can
chickpeas, drained and rinsed
4
cups
fresh spinach, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a small bowl, soak saffron threads in 2 tablespoons of hot water.
In a medium pot, bring vegetable broth to a boil. Stir in couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let stand for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cook until softened.
Add chickpeas and spinach to the pan, cook until spinach is wilted.
Stir in saffron water and couscous. Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot.
Nutritional Value
Calories:
250
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
40
g
|
Protein:
8
g
|
Fat:
6
g
|
Saturated Fat:
1
g
|
Sodium:
400
mg
|
Potassium:
500
mg
|
Fiber:
6
g
|
Sugar:
2
g
|
Vitamin A:
3000
IU
|
Vitamin C:
30
mg
|
Calcium:
80
mg
|
Iron:
3
mg
Keywords
Healthy, Vegetarian
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