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Tuna & tomato couscous
A quick bowl of couscous, tuna, tomatoes, and lemon.
20 minServes 2
~$2.38 per serving
What goes in
- Instant couscous, dry¾ cup~$0.90
- Canned tuna, drained1 can (5 oz)~$1.25
- Tomatoes2 medium~$1.40
- Frozen peas1 cup~$0.75
- Lemon½~$0.30
- Olive oil and black pepper2 tsp oil, ⅛ tsp pepper~$0.15
Whole recipe estimate$4.75
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Let’s make it
- 1
Prepare couscous according to package directions, using water. Fluff with a fork.
- 2
Boil the peas in a small saucepan until tender and steaming hot, then drain.
- 3
Dice the tomatoes and flake the tuna. Fold them into the couscous with peas, oil, lemon juice, and pepper. Serve warm.
Original recipe and planning estimates by NeighborhoodHub. Cooking times are estimates; this recipe has not yet been kitchen-tested.