The Kitchn Recipe: Minted Summer Couscous With Watermelon And Feta Recipe

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Net Carbs are 15% of calories per serving, at 29g per serving. Although the amount is above what's considered keto-friendly, it shouldn't kick you out of ketosis.

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  • Net Carbs are 15% of calories per serving, at 29g per serving. This food is a little higher than what's considered keto-friendly but it falls within a range that won't kick you out of ketosis. Take into account any foods you've already consumed. It's recommended that you track the macros of your daily food consumptions—this makes it easier to avoid overconsumption.
  • This meal may require cooking oil. Not all cooking oils are healthy. Extra virgin olive oil and avocado oil are the best cooking oils to use in recipes, whereas plant-based oils are the worst for your health. Virgin coconut oil and butter fall in the middle. Learn more about the healthiest and unhealthiest cooking oils.

The Kitchn Recipe: Minted Summer Couscous With Watermelon And Feta Recipe Nutrition Label

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 6 servings   ( 188 g )
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 200
Total Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g
Monounsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 6mg
Sodium: 218mg
Total Carbohydrates: 32g
Dietary Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 4g
Protein: 6g
Calcium: 79mg Iron: 2mg
Potassium: 207mg Vitamin A: 38mcg
Vitamin C: 13mg Vitamin D: 0mcg

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups water
  • 1 cup whole wheat couscous
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 2 or 3 medium limes, preferably organic
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons honey, depending on your preference
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
  • 1/2 cup celery, cut into 1/4-inch-wide slices (about 1 stalk)
  • 1/2 cup loosely packed torn fresh mint leaves, plus a few leaves for garnish
  • 1/2 cup crumbled mild feta, preferably sheep’s milk

Instructions

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