COUSCOUS WITH DATES

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Categories     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Ramadan     Date     Vegan     Couscous     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup water
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh orange zest
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup couscous
1 tablespoon finely chopped dried pitted dates
1 tablespoon finely chopped scallion greens

Steps:

  • Bring water, oil, zest, and salt to a boil in a 1- to 1 1/2-quart heavy saucepan. Stir in couscous and dates, then cover pan and remove from heat. Let stand, covered, 5 minutes.
  • Fluff couscous with a fork and stir in scallion greens.

SHAHRYAR GAMER
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This dish is a great way to sneak in some extra fruits and vegetables. My kids loved it!


Muhammad khurram Abbas
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Love this recipe!


Ash 240
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This recipe is a bit too time-consuming for me. I prefer dishes that can be made in 30 minutes or less.


Hilda Bitu
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this meatless dish. The couscous and dates are so flavorful, you don't even miss the meat.


what am I?
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


The Notorious T.I.G.
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think it could have used more spices or maybe a squeeze of lemon juice.


Abdul bary Khan786
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken or lamb. I also like to add a handful of chopped fresh herbs, like cilantro or parsley.


Ramy Elmasry
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Delicious!


Zino Frosh
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my couscous turned out mushy. I think I might have added too much water.


Kawtare Blhmare
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This dish was a hit at my last dinner party. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the beautiful presentation.


MDSHOHEL RANA
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This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with fewer dates or maybe a different kind of dried fruit, like cranberries.


Wurami Jaliana
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Meh.


Boateng Faustina
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I've never been a huge fan of couscous, but this recipe changed my mind. The dates and spices add so much flavor, and the couscous is cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


clin klugger
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Easy to make and absolutely delicious!


Charnorlie Rabe
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This couscous dish with dates is a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The sweetness of the dates pairs wonderfully with the savory spices, and the couscous provides a fluffy and filling base. I added a handful of chopped walnuts for extr