Curried Cashew Couscous
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant Curried Cashew Couscous, a harmonious blend of warmth, crunch, and a hint of sweetness. Fluffy couscous is infused with aromatic spices like curry powder, turmeric, and cumin, perfectly complemented by caramelized onions and garlic. Toasted cashews add a delightful crunch, while dried cranberries provide bursts of tart sweetness. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice ties it all together, creating a light yet satisfying dish that's ready in just 25 minutes. Whether served as a flavorful side or a wholesome vegetarian main, this recipe is a perfect balance of nutrition and taste. Packed with bold flavors and contrasting textures, it's a must-try for lovers of quick and creative meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1.25 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 medium, diced yellow onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 0.5 teaspoons ground turmeric
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
- 0.5 cup toasted cashews
- 0.25 cup dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat and stir in the couscous. Cover the pan and let the couscous steam for 5 minutes, then fluff it with a fork and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
Add the minced garlic, curry powder, turmeric, and cumin to the skillet. Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.
Reduce the heat to low and add the prepared couscous to the skillet. Stir well to evenly coat the couscous with the spices.
Mix in the toasted cashews, dried cranberries, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and heat through for 1-2 minutes.
Squeeze the lemon juice over the couscous and give it a final stir. Remove from heat.
Serve warm as a side dish or a light main course. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1342 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.3 g | 107% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.0 g | 75% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3225 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 128.0 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.0 g | ||
| Protein | 32.9 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 146 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1518 mg | 32% | |
*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.
