Tomato & Basil Lean Beef, Couscous & Peppers Plate
Tomato & Basil Lean Beef, Couscous & Peppers Plate brings Italian flavour to a plate that delivers 49g of protein for 582 kcal. A reliable weeknight dinner that reheats beautifully for meal prep.
Ingredients
- 140g Beef Mince
- 150g couscous
- 80g aubergine
- 80g red pepper
- 200g chopped tomatoes
- 9g garlic
- 5g olive oil
- a handful of fresh basil
- 8g parmesan
Method
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Prep everything first: wash and trim the aubergine and peppers, then measure out the sauce ingredients.
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Pour just-boiled stock over the couscous, cover for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
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Brown the lean beef mince in a hot pan for 6-8 minutes, breaking it up, then drain any excess fat.
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Gently fry the garlic in the olive oil, add the chopped tomatoes and simmer for 10-12 minutes until rich. Tear in the basil at the end.
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Meanwhile, steam or stir-fry the aubergine and peppers for 3-5 minutes until just tender with a little bite.
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Build the plate: couscous first, then the veg and lean beef, spooning over any remaining sauce. Finish with the parmesan.
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