Peppermint Tea Couscous
Elevate your couscous game with this vibrant and refreshing Peppermint Tea Couscous recipe—a creative twist on a classic side dish. Infused with the aromatic essence of peppermint tea, this dish offers a delightfully herbal and citrusy flavor profile, complemented by fresh parsley, mint leaves, and a burst of lemon zest. The couscous is perfectly steamed to fluffy perfection and finished with a drizzle of olive oil for a light, silky texture. Optional toasted almonds add a satisfying crunch, making this dish as versatile as it is delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe is a quick and healthy choice for a refreshing side dish, a light lunch, or a unique addition to your holiday spread. Serve warm or at room temperature for a dish that’s both sophisticated and fuss-free.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1.25 cups water
- 2 units peppermint tea bags
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 unit lemon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons toasted almonds (optional)
Instructions
Bring 1.25 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
Once boiling, remove the saucepan from heat and add the 2 peppermint tea bags. Cover and let steep for 5 minutes.
Remove the tea bags from the water, gently squeezing out any excess liquid, and return the pan to medium heat until the tea-infused water just begins to simmer.
Stir in 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 1 cup of couscous. Remove the pan from heat and cover it with a lid. Let the couscous steam for 5 minutes.
Fluff the couscous with a fork to break up any clumps and transfer to a large bowl.
Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the couscous and stir to coat evenly.
Zest and juice 1 lemon, then add both the zest and juice to the bowl of couscous. Stir to combine.
Chop 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley and 1 tablespoon of fresh mint leaves. Add them to the couscous, mixing well.
Season the couscous with 0.25 teaspoon of pepper, adjusting to taste.
If desired, sprinkle 2 tablespoons of toasted almonds over the couscous for added texture and flavor.
Serve warm or at room temperature as a light side dish or a refreshing main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
535 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.0 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1498 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.1 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.3 g | ||
| Protein | 10.0 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 99 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 346 mg | 7% | |
*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.
