Best 2 Asparagus Couscous Parmesan Recipes

Asparagus couscous parmesan is a versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side. It is a flavorful combination of asparagus, couscous, and parmesan cheese, and is easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that is sure to impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

ASPARAGUS COUSCOUS & PARMESAN

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I searched high and low @ Zaar to find a recipe that combined asparagus & couscous and low and behold........ there was a recipe on the back of the box. I omitted some of the ingredients and came up with this. It ROCKED!

Provided by Chicagoland Chef du

Categories Cheese

Time 23m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

10 asparagus spears, trim and remove tough ends
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/4 cups low sodium chicken broth
6 ounces couscous, ie. Near East toasted pine nut
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

Cut each asparagus spear into 3-4 pieces.
Heat olive oil in a deep sauce pan. Add garlic, sautee for 1 minute.
Add broth and contents of flavor packet.
Add asparagus pieces. Simmer for for 3-4 minutes.
Add couscous, stir to combine; turn off heat; add parmesan cheese, and let stand for 5 minutes.
Serve.

TOMATO ASPARAGUS PARMESAN COUSCOUS

Tomato Asparagus Parmesan Couscous image

This is such a quick, tasty, and healthy recipe. To save a bit of time you could use a can of diced tomatoes that have been drained.

Provided by Chris Lidberg

Categories Vegetables

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 tsp olive oil
2 clove garlic, minced
1 1/4 c reduced sodium chicken broth
1 pkg near east couscous, toasted pine nut mix
10+ fresh asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 large tomatoes, seeded and diced
3/4 c parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

1. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook garlic for 2 minutes. Add broth and contents of spice sack. Bring just to a boil. Stir in asparagus. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 1 minute.
2. Stir in Near East Couscous; cover and remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes.
3. Stir in tomatoes and Parmesan cheese

Tips:

To save time, use pre-cooked couscous.
If you don't have white wine, use chicken broth instead.
Feel free to add other vegetables to the dish, such as bell peppers, zucchini, or mushrooms.
For a vegetarian version, omit the Parmesan cheese.
Serve the dish immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Asparagus Couscous Parmesan is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. The combination of asparagus, couscous, and Parmesan cheese creates a flavorful and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. Serve it as a main course or a side dish, and enjoy!