Couscous With Fresh Cilantro And Lemon Juice Recipes

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LEMON COUSCOUS RECIPE



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This is one of the fastest, easiest side dish recipes! Plus it's has a delicious bright flavor that pairs well with just about any main dish, it's incredibly versatile too.

Provided by Jaclyn

Categories     Side Dish

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 tsp minced garlic ((1 large clove))
1 1/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth ((or vegetable broth))
1 tsp lemon zest
2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
Salt
2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley, (or more to taste (optional)*)
1 cup (6 oz) couscous ((not pearl couscous))

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat.
  • Add garlic and saute until fragrant (not toasting and browning or it will be bitter!), about 20 seconds.
  • Remove from heat, pour in chicken broth, lemon zest, lemon juice and season with salt to taste. Place over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
  • Pour in couscous, stir then remove from heat and immediately cover with lid. Let rest 4 - 5 minutes off heat.
  • Add parsley and fluff with a fork. Finish with a little more olive oil or broth to moisten if desired and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 159 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

OUR FAVORITE LEMON HERB COUSCOUS SALAD



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We love this light couscous salad - it doubles as a side, can be the main event or works well topped with grilled chicken or Adam's favorite, shrimp! With lots of texture from crisp cucumber, sweet tomatoes, crunchy nuts and raisins, this is certainly one of our favorites. You can even make it ahead of time. See the notes section below for our tips.

Provided by Adam and Joanne Gallagher

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Yield Makes approximately 8 (1 cup) servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups dried Israeli couscous, also called pearl couscous
Salt and fresh ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
2 to 4 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice, depending on taste
1 medium English cucumber, diced
1 large tomato, diced
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh herbs; use any combination of fresh parsley, cilantro, basil, dill, or mint
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/4 cup raisins, we love golden raisins

Steps:

  • Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add couscous and cook until tender, 8-10 minutes. Drain.
  • While the couscous cooks, in a large bowl, whisk the oil, mustard, honey, lemon zest, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add the drained couscous to the dressing and mix well.
  • Stir in the cucumber, tomato, herbs, walnuts and raisins. Taste for seasoning and adjust with salt and/or pepper as needed. Enjoy warm or cover then refrigerate until cool, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 219, Protein 5 g, Carbohydrate 29 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 160 mg

LEMON COUSCOUS



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This is light and fresh and accompanies fish (i.e. habanero-lime butter grilled salmon) and chicken well. It is a refreshing change to the rice or potato side dish, and everyone always loves it.

Provided by redveeder

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon butter
¼ teaspoon salt
⅔ cup couscous
1 (2 ounce) jar sliced pimento peppers, drained
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Stir chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, butter, and salt together in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Add couscous to the liquid and stir to coat completely. Place a cover on the saucepan, remove from heat, and let couscous soak in hot liquid until the moisture is mostly absorbed, about 5 minutes.
  • Fluff couscous with a fork. Stir pimento peppers, pine nuts, and parsley into the couscous.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.6 calories, Carbohydrate 33.2 g, Cholesterol 11.8 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 549.4 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

CILANTRO COUSCOUS SALAD



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Since this serves 12, I always make it for potlucks, and this salad is always appreciated. My 11 year old daughter liked it so much we served it at her birthday tea party.-Cindy Gifford, Cedar City, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings (2/3 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (10 ounces) couscous
1 medium cucumber, finely chopped
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped
2/3 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 package (8 ounces) feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Prepare couscous according to package directions; let cool to room temperature. , In a large serving bowl, combine the cucumber, tomatoes, cilantro and couscous. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, lemon juice and garlic. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Add cheese and toss gently to combine. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 215mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

COUSCOUS WITH FRESH CILANTRO AND LEMON JUICE



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This easy and simple couscous is a perfect side for a tagine. if you don't like the flavor of cilantro, try using fresh mint or parsley. For added flavor use broth for the water.

Provided by Outta Here

Categories     Moroccan

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 2/3 cups water
1 teaspoon lemon zest, finely grated
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1 1/2 cups couscous
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add garlic and turmeric; stir 1 minute.
  • Add water, lemon zest, and coarse salt; bring to boil.
  • Remove pan from heat. Stir in couscous. Cover; let stand until liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes.
  • Fluff with fork; mix in cilantro and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
  • Serve.

COUSCOUS WITH A KICK!



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Spicy, summery pasta salad made with cucumber, lemon, mint, basil, and jalapeno. This is my interpretation of a spicy tabbouleh dish from 'Pasta & Co.'

Provided by vburrito

Categories     Salad     Pasta Salad     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups water
2 cups couscous
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, chopped
½ cucumber, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
½ cup chopped green onion
3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 lemon, juiced

Steps:

  • Bring the water to a boil in a saucepan. Remove from the heat and stir in the couscous. Cover and let stand until the couscous absorbs the water entirely, about 10 minutes; fluff with a fork.
  • While the couscous soaks, stir the feta cheese, jalapeno pepper, cucumber, garlic, green onion, mint, basil, cilantro, parsley, cumin, cayenne pepper, and lemon juice in a large bowl. Add the prepared couscous and mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.3 calories, Carbohydrate 38.3 g, Cholesterol 11.1 mg, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 155 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

CILANTRO COUSCOUS



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Categories     Sauce     Cilantro

Yield serves 8, 1/2 cup per serving

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup uncooked whole-wheat couscous
8 ounces frozen artichoke quarters, thawed, drained, and chopped
1 large Italian plum (Roma) tomato, chopped
1/2 medium cucumber, peeled and diced
1/2 2.25-ounce can sliced black olives, drained
2 tablespoons finely chopped radish
2 tablespoons snipped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons snipped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 to 3 drops red hot-pepper sauce, or to taste (optional)

Steps:

  • Prepare the couscous using the package directions, omitting the salt. Fluff with a fork. Set aside to cool.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, stir together the remaining ingredients. Gently stir in the cooled couscous. Serve immediately for peak flavor.
  • nutrition information
  • (Per serving)
  • Calories: 79
  • Total fat: 3.0g
  • Saturated: 0.5g
  • Trans: 0.0g
  • Polyunsaturated: 0.5g
  • Monounsaturated: 2.0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 87mg
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Sugars: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Calcium: 22mg
  • Potassium: 144mg
  • dietary exchanges
  • 1/2 starch
  • 1 vegetable
  • 1 fat

COUSCOUS WITH CARROT AND CILANTRO



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This herbed couscous dish is ready to go in 10 minutes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 cup couscous
1 medium carrot, coarsely grated
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring 1 1/2 cups water to a boil. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt, couscous, and carrot; cover pan, and remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes.
  • Fluff couscous with a fork. Gently stir in cilantro and oil; season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 6 g

COUSCOUS WITH HERBS AND LEMON



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Categories     Citrus     Herb     Side     Picnic     Quick & Easy     Mint     Summer     Couscous     Parsley     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 side-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 cup water
1 1/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth (10 fl oz)
1 (10-oz) box couscous (1 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh basil
1/3 cup finely chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, or to taste

Steps:

  • Cook onion in 1 tablespoon oil in a 2- to 3-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring, 30 seconds. Add water and broth and bring to a boil.
  • Stir in couscous, then cover and remove from heat. Let couscous stand, covered, 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and stir in herbs, lemon juice, remaining tablespoon oil, and salt and pepper to taste.

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