Elegant Almond Couscous
Elevate your dinner table with this vibrant and flavorful Elegant Almond Couscous, a quick and easy dish that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. This recipe combines fluffy couscous infused with the citrusy brightness of fresh lemon and the aromatic freshness of parsley and mint. Toasted slivered almonds add a satisfying crunch, while a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil lends a luxurious finish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired side dish is perfect for busy weeknights, yet refined enough to shine at special gatherings. Serve it warm or at room temperature as a versatile accompaniment to grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or a zesty salad. With its nutty aroma, herbal notes, and a pop of citrus, this almond couscous is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1.25 cup vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup slivered almonds
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint (chopped)
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
In a small skillet over medium heat, toast the slivered almonds for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a medium-sized pot, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Once boiling, stir in the olive oil, salt, and minced garlic.
Remove the pot from heat and quickly stir in the couscous. Cover the pot with a lid and let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the couscous to absorb the liquid.
Fluff the couscous with a fork to separate the grains. Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped parsley, chopped mint, and toasted almonds.
Season with additional salt and black pepper to taste, if needed.
Serve warm or at room temperature. For an extra touch, garnish with additional herbs and a light drizzle of olive oil before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
958 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.9 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2219 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.5 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.1 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.5 g | ||
| Protein | 28.6 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 370 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 1798 mg | 38% | |
*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.
