Couscous with Caramelized Onions and Goat Cheese
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Couscous with Caramelized Onions and Goat Cheese! Featuring tender, fluffy couscous infused with the rich sweetness of golden caramelized onions, this dish is elevated by creamy crumbles of tangy goat cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of herby brightness. The onions are slowly cooked in butter and olive oil, developing deep, complex flavors that perfectly balance the light, nutty couscous. Optional brown sugar can be added to amplify the natural sweetness, while black pepper adds the perfect touch of warmth. Ready in just 35 minutes, this versatile recipe works beautifully as an elegant vegetarian main course or a sophisticated side dish to complement your favorite protein. Perfect for entertaining or a cozy night in, this crowd-pleaser is best served warm or at room temperature, making it as flexible as it is flavorful.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 cup water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 medium yellow onion
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar (optional)
- 3 ounces goat cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the yellow onions.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat.
Add the sliced onions to the skillet. Stir to coat them evenly in the oil and butter.
Cook the onions slowly, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes, or until they are deeply golden and caramelized. Add the brown sugar (optional) for enhanced sweetness and stir well.
While the onions are caramelizing, bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the couscous. Cover immediately and let it sit for 5 minutes to absorb the water.
After 5 minutes, fluff the couscous with a fork to separate the grains.
Once the onions are caramelized, remove the skillet from heat and let them cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked couscous, caramelized onions, crumbled goat cheese, and freshly chopped parsley. Stir gently to combine.
Season with black pepper and additional salt to taste, if necessary.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1185 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.4 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.3 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 133 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 2045 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.1 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.3 g | ||
| Protein | 27.2 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 217 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 536 mg | 11% | |
*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.
