The Fitness Magazine: Under 100 Calories: Couscous Salad Recipe

Monday, April 29, 2019

Under 100 Calories: Couscous Salad Recipe

"A dash of flexibility and a pinch of creativity are ingredients in an enjoyable cooking experience."— Katherine A. Zeratsky, RDN, LD

Healthy Cooking

Dinner tonight: Couscous salad

Cooking delicious, healthy meals is a reward in itself, but it's even more satisfying when you can maximize the time you spend in the kitchen — which is exactly what you'll be able to do with this "cook once, eat twice" couscous salad. Make a big batch early in the week so that you have something readily available when you need it. This recipe provides plenty of flavor on its own, but you can also easily adapt it to incorporate veggies, lean meats and additional toppings of your choice. What more could you want from a weeknight meal?

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Today's Food Tip
Buy food in bulk
Don't be afraid to buy lean meat or fish in bulk. Simply repackage the pieces into single servings and store them in your refrigerator or freezer until you need them. Convenient ingredients, such as individually frozen boneless chicken breasts, also may be helpful.