Best 8 Couscous With Yellow Squash Recipes

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Couscous is an incredibly versatile grain that can be used in a variety of dishes. It's high in protein, fiber, and essential minerals like magnesium and folate. Yellow squash is a summer squash with a mild, slightly sweet flavor. It's a good source of vitamins A and C, as well as potassium and magnesium. Combining these two ingredients creates a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for any occasion. In this article, we will explore some of the best recipes for couscous with yellow squash. We will provide step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure that your dish turns out perfect every time.

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ISRAELI COUSCOUS WITH SQUASH



Israeli Couscous with Squash image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cook 1 1/2 cups Israeli couscous as the label directs. Meanwhile, cook 1 small chopped onion, 1 teaspoon chopped thyme, 1 cup cubed butternut squash, 3 chopped dates and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt in a skillet with olive oil until just tender, 6 minutes. Add 1/2 cup water and cook 4 minutes. Stir in the couscous, 1/2 cup chopped pistachios and 2 tablespoons chopped parsley; season with salt and pepper.

ROASTED VEGGIES WITH COUSCOUS



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Light fluffy couscous with a touch of olive oil with roasted veggies. Dressed with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. A great vegetarian dish. A delight, summer or winter.

Provided by 747

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large zucchini, thickly sliced
4 ounces button mushrooms, quartered
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups couscous
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat your grill to a high heat, outdoor or indoor.
  • Brush vegetables lightly with olive oil, and place them on the grill. Cook, flipping over occasionally, until just tender.
  • While the vegetables are grilling, bring water, salt, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and couscous to boil in a large pot. Once the water has come to a boil, remove the pot from the heat and let it stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork when done. Let couscous cool to room temperature.
  • Place couscous on a plate and top with veggies. Drizzle with a small amount of olive oil and Balsamic vinegar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 calories, Carbohydrate 36.8 g, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 301.4 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

SQUASH WITH COUSCOUS



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Raisin-accented couscous is the perfect accompaniment for this saucy squash, spiced with cinnamon, ginger, and cumin.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Seasonal Recipes     Fall Recipes     Butternut Squash Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, (about 1 cup), cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon each ground ginger and ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 pound (about 2 cups) butternut squash, peeled and seeded, flesh quartered lengthwise and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 1/2 cups low-sodium canned chicken broth
2 teaspoons freshly grated lemon zest
3/4 cup couscous
1/3 cup golden raisins

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat until hot but not smoking. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in ginger, cinnamon, cumin, and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper; cook 1 minute. Add squash and tomato paste; cook 3 minutes more.
  • Stir in broth and zest; simmer until squash is tender and sauce is thickened, 12 to 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, bring 1 1/2 cups water to a boil with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Put couscous and raisins in a glass bowl; pour in boiling water. Cover tightly with plastic wrap; let stand 5 minutes. Uncover; fluff with a fork. Serve couscous with squash and sauce.

COUSCOUS WITH TOMATOES, WHITE BEANS, SQUASH AND PEPPERS



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This hearty vegetarian dish, served with couscous, can be made ahead and uses the bounty of vegetables from late summer and early fall. And when the weather turns cold and winter rolls in, canned tomatoes are a fine substitute. The hot and the sweet peppers contribute great contrasting flavors.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 3h30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 to 4 large garlic cloves (to taste), minced
Salt to taste
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne (more to taste)
1 pound ripe tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped, or 1 14-ounce can, with juice
2 cups dried white beans, soaked in 2 quarts water for 6 hours or overnight and drained
A bouquet garni consisting of 3 sprigs each parsley and cilantro
2 to 3 teaspoons harissa (more to taste), plus additional for serving
1 pound bell peppers (red, green, yellow or mixed), seeded and cut in large dice
2 Anaheim peppers, seeded and diced
2 serranos or 1 to 2 jalapeños (more to taste), seeded and chopped
1 pound summer squash, sliced or cut in large dice
2 to 4 tablespoons chopped parsley, mint or cilantro, or a combination
2 to 2 2/3 cups couscous (1/3 cup per serving)

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large, heavy soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add the onion. Cook, stirring, until onion is tender, about 5 minutes, and stir in the garlic, the spices and salt to taste. Stir together for about 30 seconds, until the mixture is fragrant, and add the tomatoes. Cook, stirring often, until the tomatoes have cooked down slightly, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir in the beans, 2 quarts water and the bouquet garni. Bring to a gentle boil, reduce the heat, cover and simmer 1 hour.
  • Add the harissa, sweet and hot peppers, squash and salt to taste. Bring back to a simmer and simmer 45 minutes to an hour, until the beans are tender. Stir in the chopped fresh herbs and simmer another 5 minutes. Taste and adjust salt. Remove a cup of the broth for seasoning the couscous. The stew should be spicy and flavorful.
  • Reconstituting and steaming the couscous: In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the couscous and salt to taste. Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the couscous and add the cup of broth you removed from the stew. Stir well, or moisten your fingers and rub the couscous with them to evenly distribute the oil and broth. Add enough water to cover by 1/2 inch and let sit for 20 minutes, or until all of the liquid is absorbed. Stir every 5 minutes with a wooden spoon or rub the couscous between your moistened thumbs and fingers, so that the couscous doesn't lump. The couscous will now be fairly soft; fluff it with a fork or with your hands. The traditional way to finish reconstituting the couscous is to place it above the simmering stew for 45 minutes. I find, however, that steaming it in a microwave results in perfectly fluffy couscous. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic and pierce the plastic with the tip of a paring knife. Heat at 100 percent power for 3 minutes. Remove from the microwave carefully and allow it to sit for 1 minute. Carefully remove the plastic and fluff with forks or a spoon. Cover again with plastic and microwave for 2 to 3 more minutes. Be very careful when you remove the plastic, as the couscous will be steamy. You can reconstitute the couscous a day ahead and reheat in the microwave shortly before serving.
  • Reheat the stew and the couscous. Serve the couscous in wide bowls or mound onto plates and top with the stew. Pass more harissa at the table.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 442, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 81 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 14 grams, Protein 21 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 725 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams

COUSCOUS WITH SWEET POTATOES AND YELLOW SQUASH



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I've forgotten where this came from, but I have had it for about 10 years now. It is great for vegetarians, and even for non-vegetarians! I am posting the original recipe which calls for Turmeric, but I have never added it and it still tastes delicious. Other changes I have tried include using diced tomatoes (instead of whole), baby carrots instead of a regular carrot. Also I have microwaved the sweet potato for about 5 minutes prior to peeling and cubing, just to cut down on cook time. All of these changes have worked out well.

Provided by Anne G.

Categories     Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (14 ounce) can whole tomatoes, with juice
1 medium sweet potato
1 medium carrot
1 yellow squash
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, coarsely chopped
1 cup water
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
ground red pepper
1 cup canned chick-peas, drained
1 cup couscous

Steps:

  • Use fork to break up tomatoes in the can and set aside.
  • Cut sweet potato in 1" cubes. Peel carrot and cut diagonally into 1" lengths. Cut squash into thick slices and set aside.
  • Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat for about 30 seconds. Cook onions until they begin to brown.
  • Stir in garlic, then tomatoes, water, cinnamon, turmeric, cumin, salt and pepper.
  • Add sweet potato and carrots. Raise heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook 15 minutes.
  • Add squash and chick peas. Cook 15 minutes or until sweet potatoes are tender.
  • Cook couscous while vegetables simmer.
  • Fluff couscous and ladle vegetables and broth over couscous.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 670.5, Fat 9.6, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 449.6, Carbohydrate 126.4, Fiber 17, Sugar 13, Protein 21.8

COUSCOUS WITH YELLOW SUMMER SQUASH



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Make and share this Couscous With Yellow Summer Squash recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Outta Here

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
3/4 cup summer squash, diced
salt and pepper, to taste
1 1/4 cups low sodium chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
1 cup couscous
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped (or Italian parsley)

Steps:

  • Heat the butter and oil in a saucepan with a tight fitting lid.
  • Add the onion, garlic, salt and pepper.
  • Cook, stirring, until onions are softened. Stir in the squash.
  • Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  • Add the couscous and blend well. Cover, remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes.
  • Add the cilantro (or parsley) and blend well with a fork.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.8, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 53.8, Carbohydrate 36.6, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 1, Protein 7.5

VEGGIE COUSCOUS



Veggie Couscous image

Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 red onion, chopped
1 yellow squash, thinly sliced
1 zucchini, thinly sliced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
2 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 cups couscous

Steps:

  • Add the olive oil to a large, high-sided skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the onion, yellow squash, and zucchini and saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add the cranberries and chicken broth and bring to a boil. Stir in the couscous, cover with a tight fitting lid, turn off the heat, and let sit for 10 minutes.
  • Remove the cover and fluff with a fork. The couscous can be served hot or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 calorie, Fat 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 318 milligrams, Carbohydrate 45 grams, Fiber 3.5 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 8 grams

SQUASH AND VEGGIE COUSCOUS



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This simple, yet tasty side dish is a snap to whip up, and it's perfect when the veggies are in season. Try it with chicken, fish or even pork. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup chicken broth
3/4 cup uncooked couscous
1 medium yellow summer squash, chopped
3/4 cup chopped carrot
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup chopped sweet onion
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt-free lemon-pepper seasoning

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in couscous. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5-10 minutes or until broth is absorbed. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the squash, carrot, green pepper and onion in butter until tender. Stir in seasonings. Fluff couscous with a fork; toss with vegetable mixture.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 307mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips and Conclusion

Tips:

  • Use high-quality couscous for the best texture and flavor.
  • Toast the couscous in a dry skillet before cooking it to give it a nutty flavor.
  • Use a vegetable broth instead of water for cooking the couscous to add extra flavor.
  • Season the couscous with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
  • Add vegetables, fruits, nuts, and herbs to the couscous for a more flavorful and nutritious dish.
  • Serve the couscous hot or cold, as a main course or a side dish.

Conclusion:

Couscous with yellow squash is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is a good source of fiber, protein, and vitamins, and it can be easily customized to suit your taste. With its simple ingredients and flavorful taste, couscous with yellow squash is a dish that everyone will love.

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