Red Wine Couscous
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful Red Wine Couscous, a unique twist on the classic grain dish that’s bursting with savory sophistication. Infused with the rich, luscious depth of dry red wine and paired with caramelized onions, garlic, and fresh parsley, this recipe is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfectly tender couscous absorbs a savory blend of red wine and vegetable broth, creating an aromatic medley that’s ready in just 25 minutes. A touch of olive oil and optional butter add silky richness, while the quick prep makes it ideal for weeknights or special occasions. Serve this wine-infused couscous as an elegant side to roasted proteins or enjoy it as a standalone vegetarian meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1.25 cups red wine
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon butter (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Finely chop the yellow onion and mince the garlic cloves.
In a medium saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion to the pan and cook until it becomes soft and caramelized, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Pour in 1.25 cups of red wine and 0.5 cup of vegetable broth, and bring to a gentle simmer.
Add 0.5 teaspoons of salt and 0.25 teaspoons of black pepper to the liquid, stirring to combine.
Once the liquid is simmering, remove the pan from the heat and stir in 1 cup of couscous.
Cover the saucepan with a lid and let the couscous absorb the liquid for 5 minutes, undisturbed.
After 5 minutes, fluff the couscous with a fork, breaking up any clumps.
Stir in 2 tablespoons of freshly chopped parsley and 1 tablespoon of butter (if using) for extra richness.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Serve warm as a side dish or light meal, garnished with extra parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
878 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.0 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.6 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 1368 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.4 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.6 g | ||
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 107 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 916 mg | 19% | |
*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.
