My Apologies for being inactive for a long time.....kinda hibernating.
Here is one recipe which is a Lunch-Box regular in our household. A perfect combination of grains and vegetables.Very light and healthy.
Serving Size: 3-4
Ingredients :
1/2 cup couscous or cracked wheat (cracked wheat is easily available in any Indian grocery store)
1-2 Tbsp: olive oil
1 cup :Assorted vegetables(corn,onions,Bell peppers,Zuchini,carrots chopped in small pieces)
1/2 cup: chopped Tomatoes
1/4 cup: dry cranberries
1/4 cup: Raisins
1/4 cup: chopped/ sliced Almonds
1/2 cup: chopped Cilantro/or Parsley.
1-2 Tbsp: lemon Juice
Salt and Pepper according to taste.
Red pepper flakes :optional
Directions:
Cook the couscous according to the directions on the package. If you are using cracked wheat,cook it in the pressure cooker with equal amount of water for 15-20 mins or up to two whistles.
Once the couscous/cracked wheat is cooked,spread it on a plate and just separate it with a fork,so it doesn't stick together.
Once it cools down,mix the lemon juice, Tomatoes and keep it aside.
Now take olive oil in a pan and once its hot,put all the chopped veggies and sauté them until they are translucent,but make sure they don't get mushy. You still want a bit of crunch from them.
Once they are done,add the veggies to the couscous.
Now add the cranberries,raisins and sliced almonds.Add the parsley or cilantro.Season it with salt and pepper.Incorporate everything nicely and treat yourself to a healthy meal by it self.
Any feedback,comments are appreciated.
