Best 9 Couscous With Honeyed Almonds And Lemon Recipes

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Moroccan couscous is a versatile and flavorful dish that bursts with the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean. The combination of tender steamed couscous, sweet and crunchy honeyed almonds, and a zesty lemon dressing creates a tantalizing symphony of textures and tastes. Whether served as a main course or a delightful side, Moroccan couscous is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

ORANGE AND ALMOND COUSCOUS



Orange and Almond Couscous image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 ounces (1/4 cup) sliced almonds
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 cups plain couscous
2 navel oranges, zested
2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley, a handful

Steps:

  • Toast nuts in the bottom of a medium saucepot over medium heat. Transfer toasted nuts to a dish and reserve. Return pot to the stove top. Add broth and oil, cover pot and raise heat; bring the broth to a boil. Remove pot from heat, immediately. Add couscous, orange zest and parsley, then stir. Cover and let couscous stand 5 minutes. Fluff cooked couscous with fork and toss with toasted almonds.
  • TIDBIT: Slice zested oranges and serve them after dinner.

COUSCOUS WITH ORANGE AND ALMONDS



Couscous with Orange and Almonds image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups instant couscous
2 cups boiling water
1 teaspoon salt, plus more for seasoning
1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 orange, peeled, segmented and diced
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint leaves
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 head radicchio, shredded
Freshly ground black pepper
Toasted slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Put the couscous in a large bowl, add the 2 cups boiling water, 1 teaspoon salt and orange zest, then cover and let steam for 5 minutes. Remove the cover and fluff with a fork.
  • Whisk together the orange juice, vinegar and olive oil in a small bowl. Add half of the dressing to the couscous along with the onion, orange, mint and parsley and gently combine with a fork.
  • Put the radicchio in a bowl, add the remaining dressing and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Transfer the couscous to a large platter, top with the radicchio and garnish with slivered almonds.

COUSCOUS WITH HONEYED ALMONDS AND LEMON



Couscous with Honeyed Almonds and Lemon image

Try this side dish with a Mediterranean style marinated chicken.

Provided by PJKRAVITZ

Categories     Vegetarian Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

¼ cup blanched slivered almonds
1 tablespoon honey
2 cups water
1 (8.8 ounce) package Israeli couscous
2 teaspoons lemon zest
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Toast almonds in a skillet over medium heat until the nuts just began to brown. Stir in the honey making sure to coat the nuts. Spread the mixture on tin foil to cool; when the almonds have cooled completely break into small pieces.
  • Bring water to a boil in a 2 quart or larger sauce pan and stir in the couscous. Cover the pot and and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until all the liquid has been absorbed. Remove from heat and stir in the almonds, lemon zest, and salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.9 calories, Carbohydrate 36.1 g, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 7.2 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

HONEY DIJON ALMOND COUSCOUS



Honey Dijon Almond Couscous image

Mediterranean couscous never tasted so rich and crunchy than with toasted almonds and a glaze of honey Dijon!

Provided by Fisher Nuts

Categories     Rice

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup Fisher Chef's Naturals Sliced Almonds, toasted
1 1/2 cups water
1 cup uncooked israeli couscous
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup diced carrot
1/4 cup raisins
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
salt & fresh ground pepper (optional)
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest

Steps:

  • For glaze, combine honey, mustard and lemon zest in small bowl; mix well. Set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F Spread almonds in one layer on ungreased shallow baking pan. Bake for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden. Set aside.
  • For couscous, bring water to boil in medium saucepan. Cook couscous according to package directions; remove from heat; fluff with a fork. Set aside.
  • In large skillet heat oil; sauté onion, bell pepper and carrots until softened. Add couscous, raisins, toasted almonds, turmeric and cinnamon; stir well to combine. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
  • To serve, lightly drizzle glaze over couscous servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.8, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 58.3, Carbohydrate 57.7, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 20, Protein 6.5

COUSCOUS WITH HERBS AND LEMON



Couscous with Herbs and Lemon image

Categories     Citrus     Herb     Side     Picnic     Quick & Easy     Mint     Summer     Couscous     Parsley     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 side-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 cup water
1 1/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth (10 fl oz)
1 (10-oz) box couscous (1 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh basil
1/3 cup finely chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, or to taste

Steps:

  • Cook onion in 1 tablespoon oil in a 2- to 3-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring, 30 seconds. Add water and broth and bring to a boil.
  • Stir in couscous, then cover and remove from heat. Let couscous stand, covered, 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and stir in herbs, lemon juice, remaining tablespoon oil, and salt and pepper to taste.

COUSCOUS WITH HONEYED ALMONDS AND LEMON



Couscous with Honeyed Almonds and Lemon image

Try this side dish with a Mediterranean style marinated chicken.

Provided by PJKRAVITZ

Categories     Vegetarian Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

¼ cup blanched slivered almonds
1 tablespoon honey
2 cups water
1 (8.8 ounce) package Israeli couscous
2 teaspoons lemon zest
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Toast almonds in a skillet over medium heat until the nuts just began to brown. Stir in the honey making sure to coat the nuts. Spread the mixture on tin foil to cool; when the almonds have cooled completely break into small pieces.
  • Bring water to a boil in a 2 quart or larger sauce pan and stir in the couscous. Cover the pot and and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until all the liquid has been absorbed. Remove from heat and stir in the almonds, lemon zest, and salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.9 calories, Carbohydrate 36.1 g, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 7.2 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

LEMON DATE COUSCOUS



Lemon Date Couscous image

Couscous is a great way to deliver bold flavors, and it cooks so quickly. This makes a wonderful accompaniment to all sorts of main dishes. -Roxanne Chan, Albany, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup uncooked couscous
1/2 cup fresh baby spinach
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/4 cup chopped dates
2 tablespoons sliced almonds
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
Thinly sliced green onions

Steps:

  • Cook couscous according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the spinach, carrots, dates, almonds, lemon juice, zest, salt and lemon pepper. Stir in couscous. Garnish with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 104mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LEMON HONEY CHICKEN WITH COUSCOUS



Lemon Honey Chicken With Couscous image

Make and share this Lemon Honey Chicken With Couscous recipe from Food.com.

Provided by FDADELKARIM

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 -1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon ras el hanout spice mix (Ras El Hanout - Moroccan Spice Mix)
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 large onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ras el hanout spice mix (Ras El Hanout - Moroccan Spice Mix)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2 cinnamon sticks
1 chicken bouillon cube
2 cups water
1/4 cup golden raisins or 1/4 cup currants
1 -2 tablespoon sliced almonds
1/2 preserved lemon, flesh removed & cut into thin strips
2 -3 tablespoons honey, good quality
1 1/2 cups uncooked instant couscous
salt & pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Mix together the ingredients for the marinade then refrigerate for 2-3 hours.
  • Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions, garlic, & chicken then cook until the chicken has browned on all sides, around 5 minutes.
  • Add all the rest of the ingredients except for the couscous, salt & pepper. Let simmer, uncovered for 15 minutes.
  • Stir in the couscous, remove from heat & cover. Let sit for 10 minutes then stir to separate the grains. Salt & pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 512, Fat 9.6, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 66, Sodium 271.7, Carbohydrate 69.5, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 15.1, Protein 35.7

COUSCOUS WITH SAUTéED ALMONDS AND CURRANTS



Couscous with Sautéed Almonds and Currants image

Make a double batch of the almond-currant topping, then use it as a crunchy finish for salads and grain dishes. Though Admony calls for whole-wheat couscous, plain works just as well.

Provided by Einat Admony

Categories     Side     Rosh Hashanah/Yom Kippur     Currant     Almond     Couscous     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups instant couscous (whole wheat or regular)
2 1/2 cups boiling low-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup sliced almonds
3 tablespoons dried currants

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the couscous, broth, paprika, cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and let rest for 5 minutes. Uncover and fluff with a fork.
  • While the couscous is resting, heat the oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the almonds and cook, stirring, until fragrant and lightly golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer almonds and oil to a small bowl. Transfer fluffed couscous into a serving bowl and top with currants and the toasted almonds along with their oil.

Tips:

  • For the best results, use good quality couscous. Look for couscous that is made from 100% durum wheat and has a slightly nutty flavor.
  • Be sure to toast the almonds before adding them to the couscous. This will bring out their flavor and make them more crunchy.
  • If you don't have honey on hand, you can substitute maple syrup or agave nectar.
  • Lemon zest adds a bright and citrusy flavor to the couscous. If you don't have a zester, you can use a fine grater.
  • Serve the couscous warm or at room temperature. It's a great side dish for grilled chicken, fish, or roasted vegetables.

Conclusion:

This couscous with honeyed almonds and lemon is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet, savory, and citrus flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and healthy side dish, give this recipe a try.

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