Couscous with Sun Dried Tomatoes
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and flavorful Couscous with Sun-Dried Tomatoes—a quick, versatile dish that's perfect as a light main course or a hearty side. Fluffy couscous acts as the perfect base, absorbing the rich, savory flavor of garlic sautéed in olive oil and the tangy, umami-packed essence of sun-dried tomatoes. Fresh parsley and basil lend a burst of herbaceous freshness, while a splash of lemon juice adds a zesty finish. Optional toasted pine nuts offer a delightful crunch for added texture. Ready in just 20 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired recipe is a must-try for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Serve it warm, room temperature, or chilled to suit any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1.25 cups water
- 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil, drained)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pieces garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons optional toasted pine nuts
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil and add 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
Remove the saucepan from heat, stir in the couscous, cover, and let it sit for 5 minutes until the water is fully absorbed.
Meanwhile, finely chop the sun-dried tomatoes and set them aside.
In a small skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Fluff the couscous with a fork and transfer it to a large mixing bowl.
Add the sautéed garlic and oil, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, lemon juice, parsley, basil, and pine nuts (if using) to the couscous.
Stir everything together, ensuring the ingredients are evenly combined.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled as a light meal or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
870 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.1 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2546 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.6 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.6 g | ||
| Protein | 17.8 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 137 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 2147 mg | 46% | |
*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.
