Cinnamon Scented Couscous
Transform your side dish game with this aromatic Cinnamon-Scented Couscous! Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this recipe combines fluffy couscous with a warm hint of ground cinnamon, sweet bursts of raisins, and the satisfying crunch of toasted slivered almonds. A drizzle of honey ties everything together, creating a delightful balance of savory and sweet flavors. Perfect as a side dish or a light vegetarian main course, this recipe offers versatility and wholesome ingredients. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, it's as visually appealing as it is delicious. Serve it warm or at room temperature for an effortlessly elegant dish. Keywords: cinnamon-scented couscous, easy couscous recipe, quick side dish, sweet and savory couscous.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 cup water
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 cup raisins
- 0.25 cup slivered almonds
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium-sized pot, bring 1 cup of water to a boil.
Add the ground cinnamon, salt, and olive oil to the boiling water, stirring to combine.
Remove the pot from heat and add the couscous and raisins. Stir well, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and let it sit for 5 minutes.
While the couscous is resting, toast the slivered almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Set aside.
After 5 minutes, fluff the couscous with a fork to separate the grains.
Drizzle the honey over the fluffed couscous and gently fold in the toasted almonds.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or cinnamon to preference.
Transfer the cinnamon-scented couscous to a serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve warm or at room temperature as a side dish or a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
681 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.1 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.4 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 322 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.2 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.7 g | ||
| Protein | 14.7 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 140 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 662 mg | 14% | |
*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.
