CRUNCHY-SWEET QUINOA COUSCOUS WITH FRESH HERBS

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Crunchy-Sweet Quinoa Couscous with Fresh Herbs image

Provided by Alicia Silverstone

Categories     Herb     Side     Vegetarian     Quinoa     Vegan     Couscous

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup dried chickpeas (or canned; see Cooks' Note)
1 1" piece kombu
sea salt
1 cup quinoa
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup toasted almonds, chopped
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
2 tbsp olive oil plus more
1/2 tsp Herbamare seasoning, ume vinegar, or sea salt
squeeze of fresh lemon juice (optional)
1 tsp orange or lemon zest (optional)

Steps:

  • Cover chickpeas with 2" water and soak overnight (or see quick-soak tip on p. 35). Drain chickpeas and place in a medium pot; cover with 2"-3" of water. Bring to a rapid boil and skim any foam that rises to the surface. Add kombu and reduce heat to a simmer.
  • Cook for 1-2 hours (very fresh chickpeas take longer to cook), adding water as needed. About 10 minutes before they're done, add 1/4 tsp salt. Drain and set aside.
  • In another pot, cover quinoa with water and swirl with your hand to rinse. Drain. Add 2 cups fresh water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 25 minutes, or until all water is absorbed. Transfer quinoa to a large bowl to cool.
  • After quinoa has cooled to slightly warmer than room temperature, add chickpeas, raisins, almonds, parsley, basil, 2 tbsp oil, and Herbamare, vinegar, or salt. Finish with a drizzle of oil and a splash of citrus juice or zest, if desired.

Macmillan Martin
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their quinoa! The sweet and crunchy topping is a hit with kids of all ages. I also like that this dish is healthy and filling.


Eucharia Amarachi
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I'm not a big fan of quinoa, but this recipe changed my mind! The quinoa and couscous were cooked perfectly and the sweet and crunchy topping was the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this dish again.


Rahul Ganglani
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover quinoa and couscous. I like to add some chopped vegetables and a bit of spice to make it a complete meal. It's a healthy and satisfying dish that's perfect for a busy weeknight.


Kathy Streets
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit! I love the combination of quinoa, couscous, and fresh herbs. It's a healthy and flavorful dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Jaz Bainbridge
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their quinoa! The sweet and crunchy topping is a hit with kids of all ages. I also like that this dish is healthy and filling.


Crish Azir
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I'm not a big fan of quinoa, but this recipe changed my mind! The quinoa and couscous were cooked perfectly and the sweet and crunchy topping was the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this dish again.


Imran Shafiq
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover quinoa and couscous. I like to add some chopped vegetables and a bit of spice to make it a complete meal. It's a healthy and satisfying dish that's perfect for a busy weeknight.


Chase Martin
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit! I love the combination of quinoa, couscous, and fresh herbs. It's a healthy and flavorful dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Kakyo Jessica
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their quinoa! The sweet and crunchy topping is a hit with kids of all ages. I also like that this dish is healthy and filling.


Larry junior Toles
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I'm not a big fan of cooking, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The quinoa and couscous were cooked perfectly and the sweet and crunchy topping was the perfect touch. I'll definitely be making this dish again.


Torek Vai
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover quinoa and couscous. I added some chopped vegetables and a bit of spice, and it turned out delicious! It's a healthy and satisfying meal that's perfect for a busy weeknight.


Mudasir Hussain Brohi
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of quinoa, but I was pleasantly surprised! The quinoa and couscous were cooked perfectly and the sweet and crunchy topping was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this


ASHA Tamang
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of quinoa, couscous, and fresh herbs is simply delicious. I highly recommend giving this recipe a try.


Muallim Maula
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out perfectly! The quinoa and couscous were cooked to perfection, and the sweet and crunchy topping added just the right amount of texture and flavor. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Simon Younus
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This dish was a hit with my family! The kids loved the sweet and crunchy topping, while the adults appreciated the sophisticated flavors of the quinoa and couscous. It's a great recipe for a weeknight meal or a special occasion dinner.


Bradley Ciocco
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to incorporate quinoa into my diet, and this recipe definitely delivers! The addition of couscous adds a delightful twist, and the sweet and crunchy topping is simply irresistible. Thanks for sharing this


Reginah Refilwe Makhubela
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This quinoa couscous dish is a delightful blend of flavors and textures! The combination of sweet and crunchy elements, along with the freshness of the herbs, creates a truly unique and satisfying meal. I highly recommend trying this recipe!