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Super Foods Rx Citrus Apricot Couscous

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By Dr. Wendy Bazilian an Dr. Steven Pratt

Posted March 31st, 2009

This article is reprinted with permission from The Superfoods Rx Diet: Lose Weight with the Power of SuperNutrients, by Wendy Bazilian, (2008, Rodale Books)

The Superfoods Rx Diet: Lose Weight with the Power of SuperNutrients

Servings:	2
Author Notes:	Here's an ultra-quick, easy yet flavorful take on healthy couscous.
Ingredients:	1/4 cup whole wheat couscous 2/3 cup boiling water 1 tablespoon orange juice 2 tablespoons dried apricots, chopped 1 teaspoon grated orange zest
Instructions:	Serving Size: 1/3 cup Volume: 2/3 cup Prep Time: 2Minutes Total Time: 10 minutes Place the couscous in a medium-sized oven safe bowl. Pour boiling water over the couscous ad then add the orange juice, apricots, and orange zest. Stir, then cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff the mixture with a fork and serve immediately. Variation: Substitute lemon juice and zest for orange juice and zest.