Nutrition
By Nancy Adler
We all are enjoying the summer season which often includes many invites to barbecues. How can we stay on our healthy eating program and reach some long awaited goals if we are overeating and making not so smart food choices? Bringing a healthy side dish not only is a gift giving gesture to the host and hostess, but is also a healthy dish you can enjoy and still be part of the summer fun!
Vegetable Couscous
Ingredients
- 1 small onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced and pressed
- 2 medium green bell peppers , chopped
- 1Tbsp. olive oil
- 1 cup dry couscous
- 1 1/2 cup water
- 2 small tomatoes cut in wedges
Directions
Sauté onion, garlic and green peppers in oil in a large skillet until soft , then push to the sides of the pan. In the center of the skillet , pour the couscous, stirring gently. Top this mixture with tomato wedges and cooked green peppers; cover the pan for 3 minutes. Add a little water and cook longer if needed . Couscous should be light and fluffy. Vegetarian friendly!
Serves 4
Nutritional info per serving
219 calories
Fat 4 grams
Carbs 40.3 grams
Dietary fiber 3.7 mg
Protein 5.5 grams
Nancy Adler is a certified nutritionist and practitioner in Linwood. Her office is located in Cornerstone Commerce Center, 1201 New Rd. Learn about her practice at ww.nancyadlernutrition.com (609)653-4900
Nancy is the Recipient of the Best of The Press 2020 Gold Award. You may listen to Nancy every Sunday at 2 pm Nancy Adler Nutrition LIVE! NewsTalk 1400 WOND
