Couscous with Herbs and Lemon
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant Couscous with Herbs and Lemon recipe, a zesty and herbaceous twist on classic couscous that’s ready in just 15 minutes! Fluffy, tender couscous is infused with fresh parsley, cilantro, and mint, creating a burst of aromatic flavor in every bite. A tangy lemon dressing, featuring fresh lemon juice, zest, and a hint of garlic, ties it all together for a light yet satisfying dish. Perfect as a refreshing side or a light vegetarian main course, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing guests at your next gathering. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a versatile, crowd-pleasing dish that celebrates bold, fresh ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
- 0.25 cup fresh mint
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 0.5 teaspoons of salt to the boiling water.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the 1 cup of couscous. Cover the pan with a lid and let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the couscous to absorb the liquid.
While the couscous is resting, finely chop 0.25 cups each of fresh parsley, cilantro, and mint. Mince 1 clove of garlic.
Fluff the couscous with a fork to separate the grains. Transfer it to a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of lemon zest, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and 0.25 teaspoons of black pepper to create a dressing.
Pour the dressing over the couscous and mix well. Add the chopped herbs and minced garlic, then gently toss everything together to ensure even distribution.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if needed.
Serve warm or at room temperature as a refreshing side dish or light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
455 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.6 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1502 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 7.2 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 79 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 331 mg | 7% | |
*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.
