Are you looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal that's both hearty and delicious? Look no further than baked couscous with tomato and pesto. This flavorful dish combines the nutty flavor of couscous with the savory taste of tomatoes and the vibrant freshness of pesto. The result is a satisfying and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. With minimal effort and a handful of pantry staples, you can whip up this dish and enjoy a delightful meal that the whole family will love.
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TOMATOES ROASTED WITH PESTO
Provided by Ina Garten
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
- Core the tomatoes and then slice them across (not through the stem) in 1/2 inch-thick slices. Arrange the slices in a single layer on a sheet pan. Drizzle the tomatoes with the olive oil and sprinkle with the oregano, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and the pepper.
- Bake the tomatoes for 10 minutes. Remove them from the oven, spread each slice with Pesto, and sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese. Return the tomatoes to the oven and continue baking for 7 to 10 minutes, until the Parmesan is melted and begins to brown. Using a flat metal spatula, put the tomatoes on a serving platter, sprinkle with extra salt, and serve hot, warm, or at room temperature.
- Place the walnuts, pine nuts, and garlic in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Process for 30 seconds. Add the basil, salt, and pepper. With the processor running, slowly pour the olive oil into the bowl through the feed tube and process until the pesto is pureed. Add the Parmesan and puree for a minute. Use immediately or store the pesto in the refrigerator or freezer with a thin film of olive oil on top.
PESTO TOMATOES
A friend of mine makes these for me all the time and they are scrumptious! Make these ahead of time, and pop into the oven 15 minutes before guests arrive. The aroma will make their mouths water.
Provided by lovedody
Categories Appetizers and Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Slice tomatoes in half, and scoop out about a tablespoon of flesh from the center of each half. Fill pocket with pesto, and sprinkle generously with cheese. Place tomato halves in a well oiled baking dish.
- Bake in preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbly, and slightly browned. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 121.5 calories, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Cholesterol 12.8 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 252.7 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
BAKED COUSCOUS WITH SPINACH AND PINE NUTS
Steps:
- Combine the couscous, boiling stock or water, and salt in a large bowl; cover with a plate. Let sit 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute the garlic and onion 10 minutes, or until tender. Add the drained tomatoes and cook 10 minutes more, stirring frequently. Stir the tomato mixture into the couscous and mix in the reserved tomato juice, basil, pine nuts, raw spinach, and pepper.
- Spread half the couscous mixture into a 12 by 7 by 2-inch baking dish or other shallow (2 1/2 quart) baking dish. Sprinkle on the cheese, then top with the remaining couscous. Cover the dish with foil and bake 25 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
BAKED COUSCOUS WITH TOMATO AND PESTO
Make and share this Baked Couscous With Tomato and Pesto recipe from Food.com.
Provided by katew
Categories Grains
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 200 C.
- Make spinach pesto by placing spinach, nuts, parmesan,1/2 cup olive oil, juice, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
- Mix to combine, set aside.
- Place tomatoes, thyme, olive oil,salt and pepper in baking dish.
- Toss to combine.
- Roast 20 minutes.
- Add couscous and pour over stock.
- Cover with foil and cook another ten minutes.
- Top with spinach pesto to serve.
COUSCOUS WITH TOMATOES
Provided by Pierre Franey
Categories easy, quick, side dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut away cores of tomatoes. Cut tomatoes into 1/4-inch cubes. There should be about 3/4 cup.
- Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a saucepan and add onion. Cook, stirring, until wilted. Add saffron and stir. Add tomatoes and cook about 2 minutes, stirring. Add salt, pepper and water and bring to boil.
- Add couscous, stir and cover closely. Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes. Stir in coriander and remaining 1 tablespoon butter and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 228, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 420 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
BAKED COUSCOUS WITH TOMATOES
This is a delicious and different way to make couscous. For more of a bite, try using diced tomatoes with green chiles.
Provided by Mirj2338
Categories Grains
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
- Heat the oil in a saute pan.
- Saute the onions in oil about 5 minutes, until they are soft and golden.
- In a bowl, combine the onions and the remaining ingredients.
- Transfer the mixture into a 2-quart casserole.
- Bake for 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.1, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 397.4, Carbohydrate 48.7, Fiber 4, Sugar 2.4, Protein 8.1
BASIL PESTO COUSCOUS
A bright, fresh flavor to a traditional dish. If you like pasta, you'll like quick, easy-to-make couscous.
Provided by Kat2355
Categories Grains
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring water to a boil.
- Add couscous, butter and salt.
- Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes.
- Topping: In a blender, blend all topping ingredients except the parmesan.
- (Alternately, use a ready made basil pesto).
- Cook blended mixture (pesto) in a pan until warm/hot.
- Mix the warm topping mix with couscous.
- Toss with parmesan cheese.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.1, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 4.7, Sodium 51.4, Carbohydrate 34.6, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 0.1, Protein 7.1
BAKED PESTO TOMATOES
Desperate to find yet another way to use all the tomatoes from 4 plants, I found this in The Big Book of Casseroles. I used prepared pesto, but if you make your own, it is that much better. Had SO many, I shared with the neighbors, and even the young ones liked it. I used about 20 plum tomatoes and increased the remaining ingredients to match.
Provided by NurseJaney
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Drain tomatoes, cut side down on paper towels for 10 minutes.
- Place cut sides up in 8x8 baking dish, coated with cooking spray.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, combine pesto, cheese, onions, and parsley.
- Spread each tomato half equally with mixture.
- Bake at 350 degrees, uncovered until tomatoes are warmed through and cheese is melted, 8-10 minutes.
- Do not overcook, as tomatoes will get mushy.
- Leftovers reheat nicely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 54.5, Fat 3.1, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 8.4, Sodium 57.5, Carbohydrate 4.2, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 1.9, Protein 3.5
COUSCOUS WITH FETA 'N' TOMATOES
This light and lovely side dish features a great blend of tangy flavors mellowed by easy-to-cook couscous. It really comes together in a snap. -Josephine Piro of Easton, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, pour boiling water over tomatoes; let stand for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in couscous. Remove from the heat; let stand, covered, for 5 minutes or until broth is absorbed., Drain and chop tomatoes; add to couscous. Gently stir in the remaining ingredients. Serve warm or chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 481mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ROASTED PECAN COUSCOUS WITH SUN DRIED TOMATOES AND MUSHROOMS
Roasted pecans, sauteed onion, mushrooms, and garlic marry beautifully with Parmesan, sun-dried tomato pesto, and couscous. If you wish, stir in cooked chicken and more veggies to make it a complete meal. I regularly add shelled edamame for a boost of meatless protein.
Provided by MRSKNIGHT
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Tomatoes
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Spread the pecan pieces onto a baking sheet and place in a cold oven.
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) to begin roasting the pecans. Roast until aromatic, 20 to 30 minutes.
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the mushrooms, onion, and garlic in the melted butter until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
- Return the skillet to the heat. Melt 2 teaspoons butter in the skillet. Stir the water into the butter; bring to a boil. Put the couscous in a glass bowl; pour the butter and water mixture over the couscous. Immediately cover the bowl with plastic wrap and allow to sit until the couscous absorbs all of the moisture, 7 to 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Stir the toasted pecans, the mushroom mixture, the pesto, and Parmesan cheese through the couscous. Season with salt and pepper to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 471.4 calories, Carbohydrate 38.8 g, Cholesterol 18.9 mg, Fat 31.3 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 11.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 222.2 mg, Sugar 5.3 g
Tips:
- To ensure the couscous is cooked evenly, use a large skillet or pan so that the couscous can spread out in a thin layer.
- If you don't have vegetable broth, you can use water instead. Just add a little bit of salt to the water to give it some flavor.
- If you don't have pesto, you can make your own by combining basil, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, and garlic in a food processor.
- If you don't have cherry tomatoes, you can use any other type of tomato that you have on hand. Just be sure to cut them into small pieces.
- You can add other vegetables to this dish, such as zucchini, carrots, or bell peppers.
- This dish can be served as a main course or a side dish.
Conclusion:
This baked couscous with tomato and pesto is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it can be easily customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and healthy meal, give this recipe a try.
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