Couscous with Peas and Parmesan

Brighten up your mealtime with this quick and flavorful Couscous with Peas and Parmesan recipe! Ready in just 20 minutes, this dish combines fluffy, tender couscous with sweet peas, fragrant garlic, and the nutty richness of Parmesan cheese. A touch of lemon zest and fresh parsley adds a burst of freshness, while a drizzle of olive oil ties everything together. Perfect as a light main course or a versatile side dish, this recipe is as easy to make as it is delicious. Whether you're looking for a simple weeknight dinner or an elegant addition to your table, this wholesome, Mediterranean-inspired meal will impress every time. Serve it warm for the ultimate comfort or enjoy it as a refreshing cold dish on warmer days!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup couscous
• 1.25 cups water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring 1.25 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.

Step 2

Once boiling, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 0.5 teaspoon of salt to the water.

Step 3

Stir in the couscous, cover the saucepan, and remove it from heat. Let it sit for 5 minutes.

Step 4

While the couscous is resting, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 5

Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.

Step 6

Add the frozen peas to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.

Step 7

Fluff the couscous with a fork and transfer it to a large mixing bowl.

Step 8

Add the cooked peas and garlic to the couscous.

Step 9

Fold in 0.5 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon of lemon zest, and 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley.

Step 10

Season with black pepper to taste, about 0.25 teaspoon, and additional salt if needed.

Step 11

Serve warm as a side dish or as a light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(717.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	770.7

Total Fat 43.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 44.5mg	0%
Sodium 1827.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 65.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.3g	0%
Total Sugars 9.4g
Protein 31.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 546.5mg	0%
Iron 3.8mg	0%
Potassium 584.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.2%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 33.5%