Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to Morocco, where aromatic spices dance with succulent vegetables and tender couscous. Discover the vibrant flavors of Moroccan Couscous with Green Beans, a delightful vegetarian dish bursting with wholesome goodness. This tantalizing one-pot meal, prepared with the finest ingredients, promises a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.
Embark on a culinary adventure with three enticing variations:
1. **Moroccan Couscous with Green Beans:** Delight in the classic combination of couscous, green beans, tomatoes, and a harmonious blend of spices. Savor the subtle sweetness of carrots and the zesty touch of lemon, culminating in a dish that is both comforting and invigorating.
2. **Moroccan Couscous with Roasted Vegetables:** Experience a symphony of flavors with this vibrant rendition featuring roasted vegetables. Roasted carrots, zucchini, and bell peppers add a delightful smoky sweetness, while the addition of chickpeas provides a satisfying protein boost. Each bite offers a burst of color and taste that will transport you to the heart of Morocco.
3. **Moroccan Couscous with Dried Fruits and Nuts:** Indulge in a sweet and savory symphony with this unique take on Moroccan couscous. Dried fruits, such as apricots and raisins, add a touch of natural sweetness, while toasted almonds lend a satisfying crunch. Combined with the aromatic spices and tender couscous, this dish is a delightful treat that will tantalize your senses.
Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the vibrant flavors of Morocco. With these three enticing variations of Moroccan Couscous with Green Beans, you'll have a taste of this exotic cuisine right in your own kitchen.
MOROCCAN COUSCOUS
This easy Moroccan couscous recipe with raisins and pinenuts is a fast, flavorful, versatile side dish to serve with chicken or lamb.
Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated
Categories Side Dish
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spread the pine nuts in a single layer on an ungreased, rimmed baking sheet. Toast in the oven until fragrant and lightly golden, 5 to 7 minutes, stirring once halfway through. Keep an eye on them and DO NOT WALK AWAY during the last few minutes to make sure those precious pine nuts do not burn. Immediately transfer them to a bowl to stop their cooking and to make sure the hot pan doesn't burn them once they are out of the oven.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the shallots and cook for 3 minutes, until they begin to soften. Add the salt, pepper, and cumin and cook for 30 seconds.
- Pour in the broth. Increase the heat to high and bring it to a boil. As soon as the liquid begins to boil, remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the couscous, cover, and let sit for 10 minutes.
- With a fork, fluff up the couscous. Add the raisins, parsley, lemon juice, olive oil, and toasted pine nuts to the pot, then stir the ingredients together to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Enjoy hot.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 (of 6), Calories 272 kcal, Carbohydrate 42 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 6 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g
EASY, MOROCCAN COUSCOUS RECIPE
This Moroccan couscous recipe is a simplified, vegan version of the traditional dish, filled with sweet raisins, crunchy almonds and herbs. It might not be authentic, but it makes for an easy, flavorful side dish. Serve it warm with roasted vegetables or your favorite protein.
Provided by Melissa Belanger
Categories Side Dish
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat a large saucepan to medium-high. Add olive oil, onion, garlic and spices. Sauté until the onions are translucent, stirring occasionally - about 5 minutes.
- Add broth. Cover the pot and bring to a boil.
- Remove from heat stir in couscous. Let sit for 10 minutes, or until the couscous has absorbed the broth.
- Stir in raisins, almonds and parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Sugar 4.6 g, Sodium 356.5 mg, Fat 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 33.6 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 6.4 g, Cholesterol 0 mg
MOROCCAN COUSCOUS
This dish is great served with my Lamb Tagine and Cucumber Raita also on this site.
Provided by BenevolentEmpress
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Summer Squash
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Place a large, heavy bottomed pot over medium heat. Stir in the cumin, ginger, cloves, cayenne, cardamom, coriander, and allspice; gently toast until fragrant, about 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in oil and onion, cook until softened. Stir in the bell pepper, and zucchini; cook for 5 minutes. Stir in the raisins, salt, zest, and garbanzos.
- Pour in the chicken broth and orange juice; turn heat to high and bring to a boil. When the mixture is boiling, stir in the couscous and remove from heat; cover, and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, and fold in chopped mint.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.6 calories, Carbohydrate 48.1 g, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 263.3 mg, Sugar 9.6 g
VEGAN MOROCCAN COUSCOUS WITH RAISINS AND VEGETABLES
A hearty vegetable stew with couscous for a crowd that is naturally vegan. Couscous is the staple food of much of North Africa, where it is often served topped with tender, colorful vegetables, drenched in delicious gravy and spiced with a traditional hot chile sauce called harissa.
Provided by Norma MacMillan
Categories World Cuisine Recipes African
Time 1h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 30
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add onions and 1/2 of the garlic and cook until slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in cumin, chile powder, cinnamon, turmeric, cloves, coriander, and ginger and cook for a few seconds. Add vegetable stock, tomatoes with their juice, pumpkin, sweet potato, celery, carrot, turnip, and green beans. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until vegetables are just tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Stir in remaining garlic, zucchini, and garbanzo beans. Cook until vegetables are very tender, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine couscous and raisins in a large bowl and cover with boiling water. Mix well to moisten the couscous. Set aside to soak for 5 minutes.
- Ladle 2 cups of cooking liquid from the vegetable stew over the couscous mixture. Cover and set aside to soak for 10 minutes. Cover stew to keep warm.
- Ladle 1 1/4 cups hot cooking liquid from the vegetables into a bowl. Stir in cilantro, lemon juice, and cumin. Add chile sauce.
- Reheat stew if necessary. Fluff up couscous with a fork and mound on a platter or large bowl. Sprinkle with orange flower water and cinnamon. Ladle some of the vegetable stew over the couscous and serve the rest separately. Serve with the chile sauce mixture on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 394.8 calories, Carbohydrate 75 g, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 8.8 g, Protein 10.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 590.7 mg, Sugar 19.7 g
BLACK BEAN AND COUSCOUS SALAD
This is a great salad for a buffet, with interesting textures and southwest flavors combined in one delicious salad. Leftovers store well refrigerated for several days.
Provided by Anonymous
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring chicken broth to a boil in a 2 quart or larger sauce pan and stir in the couscous. Cover the pot and remove from heat. Let stand for 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, vinegar and cumin. Add green onions, red pepper, cilantro, corn and beans and toss to coat.
- Fluff the couscous well, breaking up any chunks. Add to the bowl with the vegetables and mix well. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve at once or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 calories, Carbohydrate 41.1 g, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 9.7 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 414.7 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality couscous: Look for couscous that is made from durum wheat and has a slightly nutty flavor.
- Soak the couscous before cooking: This will help the couscous to cook evenly and prevent it from becoming mushy.
- Use a flavorful broth: The broth you use to cook the couscous will add a lot of flavor to the dish, so choose a broth that you enjoy the taste of.
- Add vegetables and protein: Vegetables and protein will add flavor, texture, and nutrients to your couscous dish. Some good options include green beans, carrots, peas, chicken, and lamb.
- Season the couscous: Don't forget to season the couscous with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
Conclusion:
Moroccan couscous with green beans is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. It is a great way to use up leftover vegetables and protein, and it is also a good option for a vegetarian or vegan meal. With its flavorful broth, tender couscous, and colorful vegetables, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
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