Best 7 Couscous With Honeyed Almonds And Lemon Recipes
Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to the vibrant lands of North Africa with couscous, a delightful grain dish brimming with exotic flavors. This versatile dish forms the centerpiece of our curated selection of recipes, promising an explosion of textures and a symphony of spices. From the classic Couscous with Honeyed Almonds and Lemon to the tantalizing Moroccan Chicken Couscous, each recipe captures the essence of North African cuisine, offering a unique taste adventure. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a culinary novice, these recipes will guide you through the art of preparing this delectable dish, transforming your kitchen into a North African souk filled with enticing aromas.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
LEMON COUSCOUS RECIPE
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
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
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
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
COUSCOUS SALAD WITH HONEY VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 30m
Yield 6 to 8 cups
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Bring 4 cups water and 1 teaspoon salt to a boil. Gradually add the couscous. Return to a boil and let cook for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat, cover, and let stand for 3 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a saute pan, heat the olive oil. Add cubed squash. Season with salt and pepper. Saute, stirring often, for about 4 minutes, or until caramelized and crispy. Add the fresh lemon thyme and set aside.
- In a small saucepan, heat the honey and vinegar until just warm. Whisk in olive oil and season with salt and twist of pepper. Remove from the heat, and add the raisins. Fluff the couscous with a fork.
- Place the arugula in a serving bowl. Toss with the warm squash, couscous, cucumber and 2 tablespoons of the toasted almonds. Add enough dressing to coat the salad. Season with salt and pepper, and top with the remaining 1 tablespoon of almonds.
COUSCOUS WITH HERBS AND LEMON
A typical North African dish, made delicious with parsley, mint, basil and lemon! A great side to meat dishes. Adapted from Gourmet magazine(July/2003). Due to some reviews I have updated the recipe, adding more garlic and lemon juice.
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Grains
Time 20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
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. Serve and enjoy!
- For vegetarian do not use Chicken Broth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.9, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 10.8, Carbohydrate 39.7, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 0.9, Protein 6.7
SPICED HERB & ALMOND COUSCOUS
This full-flavoured recipe is perfect in summer, it tastes as good hot it does cold
Provided by Jane Hornby
Categories Buffet, Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Side dish, Snack, Supper, Vegetable
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat some oil in a roasting tray and then add the onions and fry for about 5 mins until just softened. While you're frying, add the saffron strands to the stock if using, so the flavour and colour infuses. (If you are making the Fragrant chicken too (see 'Goes well with') use the same pan to add flavour to this dish and leave the juices in there, but you can tip out some of the chicken fat if you like).
- Tip the chilli into the tray, fry for 1 min more, then take off the heat. Add the couscous and stock, then cover with cling film for 10 mins. Once the couscous has absorbed all the stock, quickly chop the coriander (if you chop it too soon it will start to wilt), then fork it through the couscous with the almonds, dates and lemon juice and serve straight away. To serve cold, leave to cool, then add the chopped coriander just before eating.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Fat 6 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 53 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 10 grams protein, Sodium 0.37 milligram of sodium
COUSCOUS WITH HONEYED ALMONDS AND LEMON
Try this side dish with a Mediterranean style marinated chicken.
Provided by PJKRAVITZ
Categories Vegetarian Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Toast almonds in a skillet over medium heat until the nuts just began to brown. Stir in the honey making sure to coat the nuts. Spread the mixture on tin foil to cool; when the almonds have cooled completely break into small pieces.
- Bring water to a boil in a 2 quart or larger sauce pan and stir in the couscous. Cover the pot and and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until all the liquid has been absorbed. Remove from heat and stir in the almonds, lemon zest, and salt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.9 calories, Carbohydrate 36.1 g, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 7.2 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
LEMON & CORIANDER COUSCOUS
Impress your friends with this zesty couscous side salad
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Dinner, Lunch, Side dish
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Prepare 250g couscous with boiling water or stock, according to the packet's instructions.
- Add the lemon zest, fresh coriander, raisins and pine nuts. Season well and drizzle with plenty of olive oil. Goes really well with fish or lamb.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 calories, Fat 20 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 43 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 6 grams protein, Sodium 0.03 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Choose high-quality couscous: Look for couscous made with whole wheat or semolina flour, as it has a nutty flavor and holds its shape better than white couscous.
- Toast the almonds: Toasting the almonds in a skillet or oven enhances their flavor and gives them a crispy texture.
- Use fresh lemon: Fresh lemon zest and juice add a bright, citrusy flavor to the dish. If you don't have fresh lemons, you can use bottled lemon juice, but the flavor will be less vibrant.
- Adjust the sweetness: The amount of honey in the recipe can be adjusted to your taste. If you prefer a sweeter dish, add more honey. For a more savory dish, reduce the amount of honey.
- Add herbs and spices: To add more flavor to the dish, try adding herbs such as parsley, cilantro, or mint. You can also add spices such as cumin, coriander, or paprika.
Conclusion:
This couscous with honeyed almonds and lemon is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or side dish. It's packed with flavor and texture, and it's a great way to enjoy the fresh flavors of lemon and almonds. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a dish to impress your guests, this recipe is sure to please.
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