Best 8 Lemon Couscous With Peas And Carrots Recipes

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of North African cuisine with our delightful Lemon Couscous with Peas and Carrots recipe. This delectable dish combines the tangy zest of lemon with the sweetness of peas and carrots, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Served on a bed of fluffy couscous, this dish is a perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory, making it a refreshing and satisfying meal.

Our recipe collection also features a variety of other couscous dishes to tantalize your taste buds. Embark on a culinary journey with our savory Moroccan Chicken Couscous, a hearty and flavorful dish that showcases the vibrant spices of Morocco. For a vegetarian delight, try our Mediterranean Couscous Salad, a refreshing and colorful salad packed with fresh vegetables, herbs, and a zesty lemon-tahini dressing. If you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, our One-Pot Couscous with Vegetables is a lifesaver, offering a nutritious and flavorful dish with minimal cleanup.

And for those who love a bit of heat, our Spicy Harissa Couscous will set your taste buds ablaze with its fiery harissa paste and aromatic spices. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on a culinary adventure with our collection of delectable couscous 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

COUSCOUS WITH PEAS AND MINT



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Steam frozen peas with the couscous to make this quick side dish even quicker.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

One 7.6-ounce box couscous
1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/2 cup mint leaves, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Zest and juice from 1/2 lemon
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Crushed red pepper flakes, for garnish

Steps:

  • Put the couscous and peas in a large bowl and add 1 1/2 cups boiling water. Stir to combine and then cover with plastic wrap. Set aside to steam for 5 minutes.
  • Uncover the bowl, fluff with a fork and set aside to cool, about 10 minutes. Toss in the mint, olive oil, lemon zest and juice, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes.

LEMON COUSCOUS WITH PEAS AND CARROTS



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Make and share this Lemon Couscous With Peas and Carrots recipe from Food.com.

Provided by noway

Categories     Lemon

Time 17m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup water
2 carrots, minced
1 cup shelled fresh peas or 1 cup frozen green pea
1 1/4 cups couscous
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 tablespoons grated lemon peel
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Bring chicken broth and 1/4 cup water to boil in medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
  • Add carrots and cook 2 minutes.
  • Add peas; cook fresh peas 4 minutes or frozen peas 1 minute.
  • Add couscous; cook 30 seconds, stirring often.
  • Add lemon juice, lemon peel and butter; stir until melted and smooth.
  • Remove from heat, cover and let stand 5 minutes.
  • Fluff with fork.
  • Season with salt and pepper.

LEMON COUSCOUS WITH PEAS AND PARMESAN



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Lemony couscous with peas and parmesan cheese is a great tasting side dish. It goes perfectly with fried chicken breast.

Provided by Joe Boyle

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups pearl couscous
2 3/4 cups chicken broth
2 tbsp olive oil
2 lemons, zested
1 juice from 1 lemon
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
4 scallions, chopped
1 cup frozen peas
2 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium high heat, add the couscous and lightly toast while stirring, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Add the chicken broth, lemon zest and juice, salt and pepper, bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes until the couscous is tender.
  • Add the peas, scallions, and parmesan cheese, stir to melt the cheese and warm up the peas, 2 minutes.
  • Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

COUSCOUS WITH PEAS AND MINT



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Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 12m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup frozen peas
2 cups couscous
3 tablespoons butter
3 sprigs fresh mint, finely chopped
1/2 lemon, juiced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan over high heat, bring 2 1/2 cups of water to a boil. Add the frozen peas, and boil for 1 minute. Stir in the couscous and butter; turn off the heat. Cover the pan and let rest for 5 minutes.
  • Add the mint and lemon juice to the couscous and fluff with a fork. Taste and season with salt and pepper, if necessary.

QUICK CARROTS AND SNAP PEAS WITH LEMONY MUSTARD DRESSING



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A bright side dish featuring spring seasonal produce like carrots and snap peas will perk up any Easter dinner table or buffet. The fact that it can serve a crowd while taking only 30 minutes from start to finish makes it a superstar side for special springtime occasions.

Provided by Greg Lofts

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Vegetarian Recipes

Time 30m

Yield Serves 10 to 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest, plus 3 tablespoons fresh juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 pounds carrots, peeled and cut on the bias into 1/4-inch-thick slices (4 1/2 cups)
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
12 ounces sugar snap peas, trimmed if stringy, halved on the bias

Steps:

  • Whisk together mustard and lemon zest and juice. Season generously with salt and pepper and slowly whisk in oil.
  • Combine carrots, butter, 1/2 cup water, and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt in a large straight-sided skillet or wide, shallow pot. Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat to medium, and simmer 5 minutes. Uncover and cook, stirring occasionally, until carrots are just tender but holding their shape, 5 to 7 minutes more.
  • Stir in snap peas and continue cooking just until peas have turned crisp-tender and bright green, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and carefully drain any liquid remaining in skillet; toss with half of mustard dressing and season to taste. Serve, with remaining dressing on the side.

LEMON COUSCOUS WITH BROCCOLI



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I combined two recipes to create this side with broccoli and pasta. The splash of lemon adds nice flavor. Instead of toasted almonds, you could also sprinkle servings with grated Parmesan cheese. -Beth Dauenhauer, Pueblo, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
4 cups fresh broccoli florets, cut into small pieces
1 cup uncooked whole wheat couscous
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1 tablespoon slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add broccoli; cook and stir until crisp-tender., Add couscous and garlic; cook and stir 1-2 minutes longer. Stir in broth, lemon zest, lemon juice and seasonings; bring to a boil. Remove from heat; let stand, covered, until broth is absorbed, 5-10 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 328mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

COUSCOUS WITH PEAS & CARROTS



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An easy-to-make side dish that goes very well with chicken. I adapted this from Dancer's Curried Chicken and Couscous (which is a main dish) for nights when I'm not in the mood for rice or pasta, but need a whole grain and another veggie dish to go on the table. I use the Whole Foods frozen peas and carrots (the carrots are shredded, not coined). Sometimes I add curry and cumin to the broth before bringing it to a boil.

Provided by Lowfat Linda

Categories     Grains

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 cups frozen peas and carrots
1 cup whole wheat couscous
1/3 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Bring chicken broth to a boil over medium-high heat in a medium sauce pan.
  • Add frozen peas & carrots and stir.
  • Once broth returns to a boil, add the couscous and cover, remove from heat.
  • After 5 minutes, add cranberries and re-cover.
  • Wait 5 minutes and then stir well to combine and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 52.3, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 79.4, Carbohydrate 9.4, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 0.3, Protein 4

Tips for Making Lemon Couscous with Peas and Carrots:

  • Use fresh vegetables for the best flavor.
  • Rinse the couscous thoroughly before cooking to remove any excess starch.
  • Be careful not to overcook the couscous, or it will become mushy.
  • Add the lemon juice and zest at the end of cooking to preserve their flavor.
  • Serve the couscous immediately, or it will start to dry out.

Conclusion:

Lemon couscous with peas and carrots is a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed hot or cold. It is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a potluck gathering. With its bright and tangy flavor, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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