Basic Couscous
Discover the perfect foundation for countless meals with this quick and easy Basic Couscous recipe. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dish features fluffy, perfectly steamed couscous infused with a hint of olive oil and a pinch of salt for simple elegance. Whether served as a side dish, a base for savory stews, or a canvas for fresh vegetables, this recipe is endlessly adaptable. Add a touch of butter for extra richness and garnish with fresh parsley to brighten the plate. With minimal effort and maximum flavor, this foolproof couscous is a kitchen staple you'll return to again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 cup water
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon butter (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring 1 cup of water to boil in a medium saucepan. Add a pinch of salt and 2 teaspoons of olive oil.
Once the water reaches a full boil, remove the saucepan from heat.
Stir in 1 cup of couscous, ensuring all the grains are submerged. Cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid.
Allow the couscous to sit undisturbed for 5 minutes, so it can absorb the water fully.
After 5 minutes, remove the lid and fluff the couscous gently with a fork to separate the grains.
If desired, stir in 1 tablespoon of butter for added flavor and richness.
Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley if using. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
532 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.8 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.7 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 902 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.0 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 32 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 99 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
