Israeli Couscous with Chick Peas and Spinach, by Molly Blieden

This was an impromptu side dish using ingredients from the cupboard that was a huge success.

Ingredients:

1 1/3 cup Israeli Couscous

1 small onion chopped

3 cloves garlic

1 can Garbanzo Beans

1 package of chopped spinach

1 can diced tomatoes

1 1/2 tsp cumin

1/2 tsp sweet paprika

1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

1/4 tsp turmeric

Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

Bring 1 3/4 cups of water to a boil and cook couscous according to the package directions. Simmer for no more than 10 minutes – you want to err on the side of al dente.

Meanwhile thaw the spinach in a pan over medium heat then set aside.

Sauté onions 3 minutes on medium high heat until softened. Add chickpeas and cook 5 more minutes. Add tomatoes, garlic, cumin, paprika, turmeric, and cayenne. Stir well to combine.

Mix in couscous and spinach. Serve warm with a dollop of plain Greek yogurt. Enjoy!

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