Jessica Chang
2 carrots

½ zucchini squash

½ each red and yellow bell pepper, ribs and seeds removed

8 ounces fresh green beans, stem ends trimmed

3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced

2 tsp olive oil

¼ cup whole-wheat couscous

1 can (14 ounces) low sodium chicken broth

2 tbsp no salt added tomato paste

1 can (15.5 ounces) low sodium black beans, drained and rinsed
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1 cup water
1. Cut carrots and zucchini in half lengthwise and thinly slice crosswise. Cut bell peppers into ½-inch pieces. Cut green beans into 2-inch lengths.
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2. In a 3-quart microwave-safe dish, place carrots, bell peppers, green beans, garlic, and olive oil. Stir to coat. Cover and microwave on high for 5 minutes.
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3. Add couscous, chicken broth, tomato paste, black beans, and water. Cover and microwave on high until vegetables and couscous are tender, 5 minutes.
Makes 4 servings 
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
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