Speedy Chickpea Couscous with Pesto Recipe | Epicurious

Speedy Chickpea Couscous with Pesto Recipe | Epicurious

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A double boost of basil, from the pesto and the fresh leaves, gives this whole wheat couscous a flavor lift. It's perfect for busy weeknights when you are starving for quick and easy carbs....

Keywords

  • couscous
  • chickpea
  • side
  • vegetarian
  • quick
  • easy
  • weeknight meals
  • cookbooks
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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup whole wheat couscous
  • 3/4 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained (about half of a 14-ounce can)
  • 3 tablespoons pesto
  • 4 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

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