ISRAELI COUSCOUS WITH MINT AND LEMON

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This is a very simple recipe, and so very light and flavorful, that everyone can enjoy , the flavor of mint is so light and refreshing in this dish!!

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt, plus more for pasta water
1 1/2 cups israeli couscous or 1 1/2 cups pearl couscous
5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more
olive oil, for drizzling
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced
5 scallions, thinly sliced diagonally
1/3 cup golden raisin
3 tablespoons lemon zest, very thinly sliced (2-3 strips)
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
fresh ground pepper
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Bring pot of salted water to a boil Add couscous, and cook until al dente, Drain, and drizzle with just enough oil to coat. Spread on a baking sheet and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
  • Combine couscous and remaining ingredients. Let stand at room temperature for least 30 minutes before serving.

Md Saidar
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Lil Nesquik
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This dish is so easy to make and it's perfect for a quick and healthy meal. I love that it's also vegan and gluten-free.


Mavia Naughty
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook couscous and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The mint and lemon add a really nice flavor that makes it stand out from the crowd.


Ofori Mubarak Fortune
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I added some chopped zucchini and carrots to mine and it was delicious.


imran bukhari
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Mohammad Yasin
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This dish is so easy to make and it's perfect for a quick and healthy meal. I love that it's also vegan and gluten-free.


Amanda Obrien
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook couscous and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The mint and lemon add a really nice flavor that makes it stand out from the crowd.


Asraph Rain
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I added some chopped zucchini and carrots to mine and it was delicious.


Nana Rich
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Joseph Thawng
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This dish is so easy to make and it's perfect for a quick and healthy meal. I love that it's also vegan and gluten-free.


Tima Faaiuaso
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook couscous and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The mint and lemon add a really nice flavor that makes it stand out from the crowd.


Reading with Ms. Ree Ree
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I added some chopped zucchini and carrots to mine and it was delicious.


Cityb√∏y Mathia
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Tedros Hailu
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This dish is so easy to make and it's perfect for a quick and healthy meal. I love that it's also vegan and gluten-free.


Tina Ray McCauley
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I'm not a huge fan of couscous, but this dish was really good. The mint and lemon add a nice flavor that makes it really refreshing.


Huntress King
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


hendrik brower
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! My family loved it and said it was one of the best things I've ever made.


Anees Raza
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The flavors were amazing and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


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