Orange Nut Couscous
Brighten up your mealtime with this vibrant and flavorful Orange Nut Couscous recipe! Infused with the natural sweetness of orange juice and a hint of zest, this dish is perfectly complemented by the crunch of toasted almonds and pistachios, the tang of dried cranberries, and the warm aroma of ground cinnamon. With a quick 10-minute prep and cook time, this dish is not only a breeze to make but also incredibly versatile—serve it warm or at room temperature as a side dish or a light, wholesome main. Bursting with fresh parsley and citrusy accents, Orange Nut Couscous is a delightful fusion of textures and flavors, ideal for both weeknight dinners and festive gatherings. Keywords: orange nut couscous recipe, citrus couscous, quick side dish, almond pistachio couscous, healthy couscous salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Couscous
- 1 cup Orange juice
- 0.5 cup Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Slivered almonds
- 0.25 cup Chopped pistachios
- 0.3 cup Dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice, water, salt, and olive oil. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
Remove the saucepan from heat and quickly stir in the couscous. Cover the saucepan with a lid and let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the couscous to absorb the liquid.
While the couscous sits, toast the slivered almonds and chopped pistachios in a small dry skillet over medium heat until they are fragrant and golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Be sure to stir frequently to avoid burning. Set aside to cool.
Once the couscous has absorbed all the liquid, fluff it with a fork to break up any clumps.
Add the toasted almonds, pistachios, dried cranberries, parsley, orange zest, ground cinnamon, and ground black pepper to the couscous. Gently stir to combine all ingredients evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. You can add a pinch of salt or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
Serve the Orange Nut Couscous warm or at room temperature. Enjoy it as a side dish or on its own!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
228 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.0 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 250 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.6 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.1 g | ||
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 44 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 296 mg | 6% | |
*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.
