Couscous with Almonds Recipe
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Couscous with Almonds recipe, a wholesome dish brought to you by lovewithrecipes.com. With a fusion of vibrant vegetables, crunchy nuts, and aromatic herbs, this dish is a symphony of taste and healthiness, perfect for any occasion.
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours and 20 minutes
- Servings: 12
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 159.6
- Fat Content: 5.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 16.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 24.4g
- Fiber Content: 2.4g
- Sugar Content: 4.5g
- Protein Content: 3.8g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 1/2 | couscous |
| 1 1/2 | boiling water |
| 1 | carrot |
| 1 | bell pepper |
| 1 | green beans |
| 1/3 | red onion |
| 1/3 | raisins |
| 2 | canola oil |
| 1/4 | cinnamon |
| 1/2 | lemon juice |
| 1/4 | fresh parsley |
| 3 | fresh dill |
| 1/2 | almonds |
Instructions:
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Prepare Couscous:
- Place couscous in a large bowl and cover it with boiling water.
- Cover the bowl and let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes, occasionally stirring to fluff the couscous.
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Steam Vegetables:
- Steam the carrot, bell pepper, and green beans until they are tender-crisp.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Add the steamed vegetables to the couscous in the bowl.
- Gently stir in the chopped red onion, raisins, and almonds.
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Prepare Dressing:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together canola oil, lemon juice, cinnamon, fresh parsley, and fresh dill to prepare the dressing.
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Combine and Chill:
- Pour the prepared dressing over the couscous mixture in the bowl.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate it for 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and intensify.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once chilled, serve the Couscous with Almonds as a refreshing and nutritious dish that will delight your taste buds and nourish your body.
Indulge in this delightful fusion of flavors and textures, where the sweetness of raisins meets the crunch of almonds, all enveloped in a tangy citrus dressing. Whether as a side dish or a main course, this Couscous with Almonds recipe is sure to become a favorite in your repertoire of healthy and delicious meals.
