Best 8 Couscous With Cilantro Recipes

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Couscous with cilantro is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. It is made with steamed couscous, fresh cilantro, and a variety of other ingredients, such as vegetables, nuts, and dried fruits. This dish is a great way to get your daily dose of fiber and vitamins, and it is also a good source of protein. It can be made in a variety of ways, so you can easily customize it to your own taste preferences. Whether you are looking for a light and refreshing meal or a hearty and satisfying dish, couscous with cilantro is a great option.

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CILANTRO COUSCOUS SALAD



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Since this serves 12, I always make it for potlucks, and this salad is always appreciated. My 11 year old daughter liked it so much we served it at her birthday tea party.-Cindy Gifford, Cedar City, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings (2/3 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (10 ounces) couscous
1 medium cucumber, finely chopped
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped
2/3 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 package (8 ounces) feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Prepare couscous according to package directions; let cool to room temperature. , In a large serving bowl, combine the cucumber, tomatoes, cilantro and couscous. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, lemon juice and garlic. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Add cheese and toss gently to combine. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 215mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

COUSCOUS WITH CILANTRO



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Serve this dish alongside Moroccan braised chicken.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups couscous
3 tablespoons olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus sprigs for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine couscous and oil; toss to coat grains. In a medium saucepan, bring 1 3/4 cups water to a boil; remove from heat. Add 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt, 1/8 teaspoon pepper, and couscous; stir. Cover; let stand until couscous has absorbed water, 5 minutes. Add cilantro; fluff couscous with a fork. Serve immediately, with cilantro sprigs if desired.

COUSCOUS WITH FRESH CILANTRO AND LEMON JUICE



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This easy and simple couscous is a perfect side for a tagine. if you don't like the flavor of cilantro, try using fresh mint or parsley. For added flavor use broth for the water.

Provided by Outta Here

Categories     Moroccan

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 2/3 cups water
1 teaspoon lemon zest, finely grated
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1 1/2 cups couscous
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add garlic and turmeric; stir 1 minute.
  • Add water, lemon zest, and coarse salt; bring to boil.
  • Remove pan from heat. Stir in couscous. Cover; let stand until liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes.
  • Fluff with fork; mix in cilantro and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
  • Serve.

COUSCOUS WITH CILANTRO



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Make and share this Couscous With Cilantro recipe from Food.com.

Provided by little_wing

Categories     African

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups couscous
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 3/4 cups chicken broth or 1 3/4 cups water
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus
fresh fresh cilantro stem, for garnish, if desired (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine couscous and oil, tossing to coat grains.
  • In a medium saucepan, bring water to boil.
  • Remove from heat and add salt, pepper and couscous and stir to combine.
  • Cover and let stand until couscous has absorbed water, about 5 minutes.
  • Add cilantro and fluff with fork.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.1, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 422.6, Carbohydrate 45, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 0.2, Protein 8.8

ISRAELI COUSCOUS TABOULI



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Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Time 28m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup Israeli couscous
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 lemon, zested and juiced
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup finely chopped parsley
1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
2 ripe tomatoes, seeded and diced
3 scallions, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a medium-size saucepan of salted water to a boil over medium heat. Add the couscous and cook until al dente, 7 to 8 minutes. Drain the couscous and set aside to cool. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and zest with the olive oil to make a vinaigrette. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • In a large serving bowl, mix together the couscous, parsley, cilantro, mint, tomatoes, and scallions. Toss with the vinaigrette and season to taste. Allow it to sit for at least a half hour so the flavors can marry.

COUSCOUS WITH FRESH CILANTRO AND LEMON JUICE



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Provided by Jean Thiel Kelley

Categories     Garlic     Side     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Healthy     Couscous     Cilantro     Lemon Juice     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 2/3 cups water
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel
1/2 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
1 1/2 cups plain couscous
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Heat oil in medium saucepan over mediumhigh heat. Add garlic and turmeric; stir 1 minute. Add 1 2/3 cups water, lemon peel, and 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt; bring to boil. Remove pan from heat. Stir in couscous. Cover; let stand until liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Fluff with fork; mix in cilantro and lemon juice. Season with pepper and additional coarse salt, if desired.

COUSCOUS WITH CARROT AND CILANTRO



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This herbed couscous dish is ready to go in 10 minutes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 cup couscous
1 medium carrot, coarsely grated
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring 1 1/2 cups water to a boil. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt, couscous, and carrot; cover pan, and remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes.
  • Fluff couscous with a fork. Gently stir in cilantro and oil; season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 6 g

CILANTRO COUSCOUS



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Categories     Sauce     Cilantro

Yield serves 8, 1/2 cup per serving

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup uncooked whole-wheat couscous
8 ounces frozen artichoke quarters, thawed, drained, and chopped
1 large Italian plum (Roma) tomato, chopped
1/2 medium cucumber, peeled and diced
1/2 2.25-ounce can sliced black olives, drained
2 tablespoons finely chopped radish
2 tablespoons snipped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons snipped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 to 3 drops red hot-pepper sauce, or to taste (optional)

Steps:

  • Prepare the couscous using the package directions, omitting the salt. Fluff with a fork. Set aside to cool.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, stir together the remaining ingredients. Gently stir in the cooled couscous. Serve immediately for peak flavor.
  • nutrition information
  • (Per serving)
  • Calories: 79
  • Total fat: 3.0g
  • Saturated: 0.5g
  • Trans: 0.0g
  • Polyunsaturated: 0.5g
  • Monounsaturated: 2.0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 87mg
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Sugars: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Calcium: 22mg
  • Potassium: 144mg
  • dietary exchanges
  • 1/2 starch
  • 1 vegetable
  • 1 fat

Tips:

  • Use fresh cilantro: Fresh cilantro adds a delicious zing to this dish. If you don't have fresh cilantro, you can use 1/2 teaspoon of dried cilantro.
  • Choose the right couscous: There are two main types of couscous: Moroccan and Israeli. Moroccan couscous is smaller and cooks more quickly than Israeli couscous. Either type can be used in this recipe, but Moroccan couscous is the traditional choice.
  • Cook the couscous properly: Couscous is a delicate grain, so it's important to cook it carefully. Follow the package directions for cooking couscous. Generally, you will bring 1 cup of water or broth to a boil, then add 1 cup of couscous. Cover the pot and remove it from the heat. Let the couscous sit for 5 minutes, then fluff it with a fork.
  • Add your favorite vegetables: This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. Add any vegetables that you like, such as carrots, celery, zucchini, or peas.
  • Make it a complete meal: This dish can be served as a main course or a side dish. If you're serving it as a main course, add some protein, such as grilled chicken or fish. If you're serving it as a side dish, it pairs well with roasted chicken or beef.

Conclusion:

This couscous with cilantro recipe is a quick and easy dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. The fresh cilantro adds a delicious zing to the dish, and the couscous is a light and fluffy grain that pairs well with a variety of proteins and vegetables.

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