Moroccan Couscous Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes | 🍳 Cook Time: 7 minutes | ⏱️ Total Time: 22 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 4
Description:
Indulge in the aromatic flavors of North Africa with this delightful Moroccan Couscous recipe. Bursting with sweet notes from pitted dates and raisins, complemented by a hint of cinnamon, this vegan dish is not only delicious but also low in cholesterol and packed with wholesome goodness. Perfect for a quick, healthy meal that can be whipped up in less than 30 minutes on the stovetop.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 pitted dates, chopped
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 289.5
- Fat: 3.9g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 6.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 57.2g
- Fiber: 4.6g
- Sugar: 18g
- Protein: 8g
Instructions:
- Boil the Juice: In a small pot, bring juice and 1 cup of water to a vigorous boil over medium heat.
- Prepare Couscous: Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the couscous. Cover and let it sit undisturbed for 5 minutes, allowing the couscous to absorb the liquid and fluff up.
- Saute Fruits and Nuts: While the couscous is resting, heat another pan over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup of water, chopped dates, raisins, sliced almonds, and cinnamon. Saute the mixture for about 2 minutes until the fruits are softened and the nuts are lightly toasted.
- Combine Ingredients: Once the couscous has finished resting, add it to the pan with the sauteed fruits and nuts.
- Mix Well: Gently toss the couscous mixture until everything is evenly combined and heated through.
- Serve Warm: Transfer the Moroccan couscous to serving plates and enjoy it warm, savoring the delightful blend of flavors.
This Moroccan Couscous recipe is not only quick and easy to make but also incredibly versatile. Feel free to customize it with your favorite nuts or dried fruits to suit your taste preferences. Serve it as a standalone dish or pair it with grilled vegetables for a wholesome meal that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Morocco!
