Couscous with Corn
Brighten up your mealtime with this quick and flavorful Couscous with Corn recipe, a dish that combines fluffy couscous with the sweetness of tender corn, aromatic garlic, and a zesty hint of fresh lemon juice. Perfect as a side dish or a light lunch, this 20-minute recipe is a fusion of simplicity and freshness. With just a handful of pantry staples – including olive oil, parsley, and black pepper – this vibrant dish is easy to make and packed with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering or need a quick weeknight dinner option, this versatile couscous is sure to delight. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a satisfying dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1.25 cups boiling water
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons parsley (chopped, fresh)
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 1.25 cups of water to a boil. Add the butter and salt to the boiling water.
Once the water is boiling, remove the saucepan from heat and quickly stir in the couscous. Cover the pan and let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the couscous to absorb the liquid.
While the couscous is resting, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
If using fresh or frozen corn, add it to the skillet and cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the corn is tender. If using canned corn, drain it and add it to the skillet, cooking for about 2 minutes to heat through.
Fluff the couscous with a fork to separate the grains, then transfer it to a large mixing bowl.
Add the cooked corn, garlic, chopped parsley, black pepper, and lemon juice to the couscous. Toss gently to combine all the ingredients evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your preference.
Serve the couscous warm or at room temperature as a light side dish or as part of a larger meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
690 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.1 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.5 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1522 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.7 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.2 g | ||
| Protein | 13.4 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 50 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 718 mg | 15% | |
*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.
