Quick, Healthy and Delicious Mexi Couscous. Vegan.

Submitted by thewildgerbil

"I had a craving for mexican flavours but was short on time. This is a super easy recipe with a big pay off. Full of flavour without the guilt! This recipe is healthy and delicious. It is also vegan. Substitute rice for a gluten free option."

 

• Ready In: 7mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 2-4

ingredients

• 1 cup water
• 3⁄4 cup whole wheat couscous
• 1⁄2 bell pepper, chopped
• 1⁄2 pint grape tomatoes, cut in half
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed
• 1⁄2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 -3 tablespoons coconut oil
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 teaspoon cumin

directions

1. In a medium sized pot, put the water on to boil.
2. When boiling, add couscous, cover and remove from heat. Let sit for 5 minutes.
3. Add remaining ingredients and stir.
4. Serve and enjoy.
5. For a gluten free alternative, make rice instead of couscous according to package directions and stir in other ingredients.
6. For extra protein, substitute couscous with quinoa (make according to package directions).