Pineapple, Black Beans, and Couscous

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A quick and easy meal with protein from the black beans and couscous. You will also love the sweet pineapple with the spice from the taco seasoning. Depending on how much juice was with your pineapple, you may need to add more water to the couscous if it looks like it needs it.

Submitted by jl389
Published on February 26, 2020
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
2
Yield:
2 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 2 servings

  • ½ cup water

  • 1 (15 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained (juice reserved)

  • 1 cup couscous

  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained

  • â…“ cup warm water

  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix

Directions

  1. Combine 1/2 cup water and reserved pineapple juice in a saucepan over medium-low heat; bring to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Stir couscous into the liquid to coat. Set aside until the liquid is absorbed and the couscous is tender, about 5 minutes; fluff with a fork. Divide onto 2 plates.

  2. Stir pineapple chunks and black beans together in a skillet over medium heat. Mix 1/3 cup warm water and taco seasoning mix in a small bowl; pour over the black bean mixture. Cook and stir the mixture until hot, 5 to 7 minutes. Spoon over couscous to serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

675 Calories
1g Fat
141g Carbs
25g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 675
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 0g 2%
Sodium 1486mg 65%
Total Carbohydrate 141g 51%
Dietary Fiber 21g 74%
Total Sugars 32g
Protein 25g 49%
Vitamin C 26mg 29%
Calcium 128mg 10%
Iron 6mg 31%
Potassium 1055mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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