Best 7 Lemon Couscous With Peas And Carrots Recipes

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Lemon couscous with peas and carrots is a delightful and flavorful dish that combines the tangy brightness of lemon with the sweetness of carrots and peas. This vibrant and colorful dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients, making it a perfect choice for a healthy and satisfying meal. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out in the kitchen, this recipe will guide you through the simple steps of creating a delicious and memorable lemon couscous dish that will impress your family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

COUSCOUS WITH PEAS AND MINT



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Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 12m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup frozen peas
2 cups couscous
3 tablespoons butter
3 sprigs fresh mint, finely chopped
1/2 lemon, juiced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan over high heat, bring 2 1/2 cups of water to a boil. Add the frozen peas, and boil for 1 minute. Stir in the couscous and butter; turn off the heat. Cover the pan and let rest for 5 minutes.
  • Add the mint and lemon juice to the couscous and fluff with a fork. Taste and season with salt and pepper, if necessary.

LEMON COUSCOUS



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This is light and fresh and accompanies fish (i.e. habanero-lime butter grilled salmon) and chicken well. It is a refreshing change to the rice or potato side dish, and everyone always loves it.

Provided by redveeder

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon butter
¼ teaspoon salt
⅔ cup couscous
1 (2 ounce) jar sliced pimento peppers, drained
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Stir chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, butter, and salt together in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Add couscous to the liquid and stir to coat completely. Place a cover on the saucepan, remove from heat, and let couscous soak in hot liquid until the moisture is mostly absorbed, about 5 minutes.
  • Fluff couscous with a fork. Stir pimento peppers, pine nuts, and parsley into the couscous.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.6 calories, Carbohydrate 33.2 g, Cholesterol 11.8 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 549.4 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

LEMON COUSCOUS WITH BROCCOLI



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I combined two recipes to create this side with broccoli and pasta. The splash of lemon adds nice flavor. Instead of toasted almonds, you could also sprinkle servings with grated Parmesan cheese. -Beth Dauenhauer, Pueblo, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
4 cups fresh broccoli florets, cut into small pieces
1 cup uncooked whole wheat couscous
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1 tablespoon slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add broccoli; cook and stir until crisp-tender., Add couscous and garlic; cook and stir 1-2 minutes longer. Stir in broth, lemon zest, lemon juice and seasonings; bring to a boil. Remove from heat; let stand, covered, until broth is absorbed, 5-10 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 328mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LEMON COUSCOUS WITH PEAS AND CARROTS



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Make and share this Lemon Couscous With Peas and Carrots recipe from Food.com.

Provided by noway

Categories     Lemon

Time 17m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup water
2 carrots, minced
1 cup shelled fresh peas or 1 cup frozen green pea
1 1/4 cups couscous
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 tablespoons grated lemon peel
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Bring chicken broth and 1/4 cup water to boil in medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
  • Add carrots and cook 2 minutes.
  • Add peas; cook fresh peas 4 minutes or frozen peas 1 minute.
  • Add couscous; cook 30 seconds, stirring often.
  • Add lemon juice, lemon peel and butter; stir until melted and smooth.
  • Remove from heat, cover and let stand 5 minutes.
  • Fluff with fork.
  • Season with salt and pepper.

LEMON COUSCOUS WITH PEAS AND CARROTS



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Categories     Vegetable     Side     Lemon     Pea     Carrot     Spring     Couscous     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
1/4 cup water
2 carrots (about 8 ounces), minced
1 cup purchased shelled fresh peas or frozen green peas
1 1/4 cups plain couscous
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 tablespoons grated lemon peel
1 1/2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Bring broth and 1/4 cup water to boil in medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add carrots; cook 2 minutes. Add peas; cook fresh peas 4 minutes or frozen peas 1 minute. Add couscous; cook 30 seconds, stirring often. Add lemon juice, lemon peel and butter; stir until melted and smooth. Remove from heat, cover and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with fork. Season with salt and pepper; serve.

COUSCOUS WITH CARROTS AND RAISINS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 cups, 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 medium carrots, peeled and thinly sliced (about 1/4-inch thick) (1 1/4 cups)
1 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
2 1/2 cups water
2/3 cup golden raisins
1 1/2 cups couscous

Steps:

  • Put the carrots olive oil, butter, salt, cinnamon, ginger, in a saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 8 minutes. Add the water and raisins to the carrots and bring to a boil. Stir in the couscous, pull the saucepan off the heat, cover, and set aside until the liquid is absorbed and the couscous is plump and tender, about 10 minutes.
  • When ready to serve, fluff the couscous with a fork.

QUICK COUSCOUS WITH RAISINS AND CARROTS



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I make this when I need a quick side dish for chicken or pork. If you make couscous (a Middle Eastern pasta) a pantry staple, you usually have all the ingredients on hand! Add other veggies (zucchini, corn, peas, etc.) to make it your own.

Provided by Melissa Hamilton

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ cup butter
2 carrots, diced
1 onion, chopped
½ cup chicken broth
1 ½ cups water
1 ½ cups uncooked couscous
¼ cup raisins

Steps:

  • Heat the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat, and cook and stir the carrots and onion until the carrots begin to soften and the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Pour in the chicken broth and water, and bring the mixture to a boil. Stir in the couscous, mixing well to avoid lumps, cover, and remove from the heat. Let the couscous stand covered until the water is absorbed, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the raisins, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.2 calories, Carbohydrate 41.9 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 76 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked or instant couscous.
  • For a more flavorful dish, use vegetable broth instead of water.
  • Add other vegetables to the dish, such as chopped zucchini, bell pepper, or mushrooms.
  • For a more protein-packed meal, add grilled chicken or shrimp.
  • Garnish the dish with fresh herbs, such as parsley, cilantro, or mint.

Conclusion:

Lemon couscous with peas and carrots is a healthy, delicious, and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. The bright and tangy flavor of the lemon adds a refreshing twist to the classic combination of couscous, peas, and carrots. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can enjoy a delicious and satisfying meal that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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