Lemon Butter Pearl Couscous Recipe
BRM Tri-Color Pearl Couscous recipe made with butter, plenty of fresh lemon juice, and fresh chopped basil. The perfect summer grilling side.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 2 cups Bob's Red Mill Tri-Color Pearl Couscous
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 lemons juice squeezed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 5-6 basil leaves minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Bring 3 cups of water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add couscous, salt, and olive oil and return to a boil. Cover, reduce to a simmer, and cook for about 15 minutes or until tender.
- Drain any remaining water and stir in butter and lemon juice. Once butter is fully melted, stir in basil and serve warm.
Notes
Sometimes we like to add a few tablespoons of parmesan cheese for a cheesier dish.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/3 cup | Calories: 141kcal | Carbohydrates: 14.7g | Protein: 2.1g | Fat: 8.4g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 430mg