Embark on a culinary journey to the crossroads of flavors with Curried Israeli Couscous with Dried Cranberries. This tantalizing dish seamlessly blends the vibrant spices of curry with the nutty texture of Israeli couscous, creating a harmonious symphony of flavors. Enhanced with the sweet-tart burst of dried cranberries, this dish promises a delightful balance of savory and sweet.
Alongside this main attraction, our culinary adventure continues with two equally enticing recipes. Prepare to be captivated by the aromatic Roasted Red Pepper and Feta Dip, a vibrant spread that combines the smoky sweetness of roasted red peppers with the tangy creaminess of feta cheese. This dip will transport your taste buds to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean.
Last but not least, indulge in the irresistible Chocolate Avocado Pudding, a luscious dessert that harmoniously marries the richness of chocolate with the velvety smoothness of avocado. Its decadent texture and guilt-free ingredients make it a delightful treat that satisfies both your cravings and your health-conscious desires.
These recipes, each with its own distinct character, offer a delectable journey that caters to diverse culinary preferences. Whether you seek a savory main course, a tantalizing appetizer, or a sweet ending, this article has something to satisfy every palate.
CURRIED COUSCOUS SALAD
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Cauliflower: Put an oven rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a baking sheet liberally with vegetable oil cooking spray. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, toss the cauliflower and olive oil together until coated. Put in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Roast until golden and tender, about 25 to 30 minutes. Set aside to cool for 10 minutes.
- Salad: In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth, curry powder and salt to a boil over medium-high heat. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the couscous. Cover the pot and allow the couscous to absorb the liquid, about 5 to 7 minutes. Fluff the couscous with a fork and transfer it to a large serving bowl. Stir in the cooked cauliflower, cranberries, cashews, cucumber, parsley, and lemon zest. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the yogurt, olive oil and curry powder until smooth. Whisk in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Just before serving, add the dressing to the salad and toss well to coat.
CURRIED COUSCOUS SALAD WITH DRIED SWEET CRANBERRIES
For a picnic, there's no way I'm going to pass on making couscous. Instant Couscous so easy, it's almost embarrassing. The only "cooking" involved is boiling some water. I love it! Of course, you need to add some flavor to the couscous, but that's not hard. When you spike it with curry powder, fresh herbs, and a splash of orange and lemon juice, no one will be complaining about blandness. This dish tastes great at room temperature, and that makes it a picnic no-brainer because you can make it hours ahead of time.
Provided by Dave Lieberman
Categories main-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Stir the couscous, cranberries, curry powder, salt, and sugar together in a heatproof bowl. Bring water (amount will be listed on package directions) to a boil and pour it over the couscous. Add the orange juice. Give it a big stir, cover the bowl tightly and let it stand, giving it a big stir once or twice, until the water is absorbed and the couscous is tender, about 5 minutes.
- Fluff up the couscous with a fork. Add the olive oil, scallions, parsley, lemon juice, and walnuts. Stir around until everything is distributed evenly throughout the couscous. Make up to 2 hours ahead of time and keep at room temperature until you're ready to serve. Check the seasonings just before you serve the salad and add salt and pepper, to taste.
- Note: To toast the walnuts, spread them out on a baking sheet and bake in a 400 degree F oven until they turn a shade darker, about 8 minutes.
CURRIED COUSCOUS
Steps:
- Place the couscous in a medium bowl. Melt the butter in the boiling water and pour over the couscous. Cover tightly and allow the couscous to soak for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
- Whisk together the yogurt, olive oil, vinegar, curry, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Pour over the fluffed couscous, and mix well with a fork. Add the carrots, parsley, currants, almonds, scallions, and red onions, mix well, and season to taste. Serve at room temperature.
CURRIED ISRAELI COUSCOUS WITH DRIED CRANBERRIES
Based on the Whole Foods couscous with dried cranberries this is a great side dish or weekday lunch. Flexible recipe. Adapted from http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/israeli-couscous-with-cranberries-and-pecans-a-la-whole-foods-50040927
Provided by Papagayita
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 30m
Yield 6 cups, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Film a pan with a bit of oil and bring to medium heat. Toast couscous for ~3-5 minutes, stirring, until couscous is golden. (Optional step but adds a lot of flavor). Add water and bring to a boil. Cover and turn to low so mixture bubbles gently. Cook until liquid is absorbed and couscous is al dente, 8-10 minutes.
- Make the dressing: combine the oil, vinegar, orange juice, herbs and spices in a jar and shake to combine.
- Mix everything but the green onions together, stir and adjust seasonings. Top with green onions & feta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 630.1, Fat 30.9, SaturatedFat 2.6, Sodium 15.9, Carbohydrate 76.3, Fiber 8.7, Sugar 2.9, Protein 14.1
CURRIED COUSCOUS SALAD WITH DRIED CRANBERRIES
At this time of year I start to get tired of the same old pasta and potato salads. I found this recipe in the Cooking Light 2002 Annual cookbook. It didn't take long to make, should be made ahead and was a refreshing change.
Provided by cookCol
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- To prepare salad combine first 4 ingredients in a large bowl.
- Pour 2 cups boiling water over couscous mixture.
- Cover; let stand 5 minute.
- Fluff with fork; cool.
- Stir in onions, basil and chickpeas.
- To prepare dressing combine all dressing ingredients in a jar; cover tightly and shake vigorously.
- Pour over couscous mixture and toss well to combine.
- Cover and chill one hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 248, Fat 3.5, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 329.2, Carbohydrate 45.9, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 2.5, Protein 8.4
COUSCOUS SALAD WITH DRIED CRANBERRIES AND PECANS
This combination of pecans, cranberries and couscous has the feel and flavor of a classic autumn side dish without the heaviness. It can also be made a day in advance.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories salads and dressings
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Put the couscous in a small pot and add 1 1/2 cups water and a pinch of salt. Bring the water to a boil, then cover and remove from the heat. Let steep for at least 10 minutes, or up to 20.
- Put the slightly cooled couscous in a large salad bowl along with the carrots, pecans, cranberries, scallions, oil and lemon zest and juice, and sprinkle with the spices and salt and pepper. Use 2 big forks to combine, fluffing the couscous and tossing gently to separate the grains. (The salad can be made up to this point and refrigerated for up to a day; bring to room temperature before proceeding.)
- Stir in the parsley and sage. Taste and adjust the seasoning, moisten with a little more oil and lemon juice as you like, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 432, UnsaturatedFat 21 grams, Carbohydrate 53 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 352 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams
CURRIED COUSCOUS WITH DRIED CRANBERRIES
Posted for 2005 Zaar World Tour. This recipe came from the Cooking Network.. Good Deal with Dave Lieberman show.
Provided by katie in the UP
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Stir the couscous, cranberries, curry powder, salt, and sugar together in a heatproof bowl. Bring water (amount will be listed on package directions) to a boil and pour it over the couscous. Add the orange juice. Give it a big stir, cover the bowl tightly and let it stand, giving it a big stir once or twice, until the water is absorbed and the couscous is tender, about 5 minutes.
- Fluff up the couscous with a fork. Add the olive oil, scallions, parsley, lemon juice, and walnuts. Stir around until everything is distributed evenly throughout the couscous. Make up to 2 hours ahead of time and keep at room temperature until you're ready to serve. Check the seasonings just before you serve the salad and add salt and pepper, to taste.
- Note: To toast the walnuts, spread them out on a baking sheet and bake in a 400 degree F oven until they turn a shade darker, about 8 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.8, Fat 21.9, SaturatedFat 2.4, Sodium 590.6, Carbohydrate 58.1, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 17.6, Protein 9.2
CURRIED COUSCOUS SALAD WITH DRIED SWEET CRANBERRIES.
Make and share this Curried Couscous Salad With Dried Sweet Cranberries. recipe from Food.com.
Provided by HankW
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Stir the couscous, cranberries, curry powder, salt, and sugar together in a heatproof bowl. Bring water (amount will be listed on package directions) to a boil and pour it over the couscous. Add the orange juice. Give it a big stir, cover the bowl tightly and let it stand, giving it a big stir once or twice, until the water is absorbed and the couscous is tender, about 5 minutes.
- Fluff up the couscous with a fork. Add the olive oil, scallions, parsley, lemon juice, and walnuts. Stir around until everything is distributed evenly throughout the couscous. Make up to 2 hours ahead of time and keep at room temperature until you're ready to serve. Check the seasonings just before you serve the salad and add salt and pepper, to taste.
- Note: To toast the walnuts, spread them out on a baking sheet and bake in a 400 degree F oven until they turn a shade darker, about 8 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 301, Fat 14.6, SaturatedFat 1.6, Sodium 393.7, Carbohydrate 39.4, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 12.2, Protein 6.2
ISRAELI COUSCOUS WITH APPLES, CRANBERRIES AND HERBS
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories side-dish
Time 35m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- For the couscous: In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil on medium-high heat. Add the couscous and cook, stirring occasionally until slightly browned and aromatic, about 3 to 5 minutes. Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Simmer for 10 to12 minutes or until the liquid has evaporated. Transfer the cooked couscous to a large bowl and set aside to cool. Add the parsley, rosemary, thyme, apple, dried cranberries, and almonds.
- For the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, maple syrup, salt, and pepper. Whisk in the olive oil until smooth. Pour the vinaigrette over the couscous and toss to coat evenly.
Tips:
- To make the most flavorful Israeli couscous, use a flavorful broth or stock. Vegetable broth, chicken broth, or beef broth all work well.
- If you don't have any dried cranberries, you can substitute raisins or chopped dates.
- To make the dish vegan, omit the butter and use olive oil instead.
- Feel free to add other vegetables to the dish, such as chopped carrots, celery, or zucchini.
- Serve the Israeli couscous as a main course or a side dish.
Conclusion:
Curried Israeli couscous with dried cranberries is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its unique blend of flavors and textures, this dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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