Lemon Rosemary Couscous
Brighten up your table with Lemon Rosemary Couscous, a quick and easy side dish bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. This vibrant recipe combines fluffy couscous with the citrusy zing of fresh lemon juice and zest, infused with the earthy aroma of sautéed garlic and rosemary. Perfectly seasoned with a hint of black pepper and parsley for added freshness, this 15-minute dish is ideal for busy weeknights or serving alongside grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or seafood. With its light, refreshing profile and minimal prep time, this Lemon Rosemary Couscous is a versatile addition to your recipe collection that’s as delicious as it is elegant.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
Bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to the water.
Once the water is boiling, remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in 1 cup of couscous, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let it sit for 5 minutes.
While the couscous is resting, mince 1 garlic clove and finely chop 1 teaspoon of fresh rosemary.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Add the minced garlic and rosemary, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat.
Fluff the couscous with a fork and transfer it to a mixing bowl.
Add the garlic-rosemary mixture, 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of lemon zest, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, and an optional 1 tablespoon of chopped parsley to the couscous. Mix well to combine.
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.
Serve warm or at room temperature as a side dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
446 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.4 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1493 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.3 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 52 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 186 mg | 4% | |
*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.
