Moroccan Couscous

Diseases and conditionsDiet and nutritionDiabetesDiet and meal planningDialysis dietCKD diet
Fluffy couscous cooked with onions and olive oil. A low-calorie, kidney-friendly side dish.
Meal TypeDinner, Lunch, Side dish
DietsLow cholesterol, Low fat, Low phosphorus, Low potassium, Low protein, Nut free
Ingredients
Yield:
Serves 4
  • 2 tablespoons chopped onion
  • ½ tablespoon margarine or olive oil
  • 1 cup water
  • ⅔ cup dry couscous
couscous
Directions
Prep: 10 min, Cook: 10 min, Total: 20 min
  1. Saute chopped onion in the margarine or olive oil until tender.
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil.
  3. Stir in couscous and onion.
  4. Let stand 5 minutes.
  5. Fluff lightly with fork before serving.
Nutritional Information
Serving Size: ½ cup per serving
  • Calories 126
  • Carbohydrates 23 g
  • Dietary Fiber 1.5 g
  • Protein 4 g
  • Fat 2 g
  • Saturated Fat 0.3 g
  • Sodium 5.5 mg
  • Potassium 57 mg
  • Calcium 10 mg
  • Phosphorus 51 mg

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