Are you looking for a healthy, filling, and easy-to-cook meal? Look no further than whole wheat couscous with almonds! This classic dish is packed with flavor and nutrients, making it a great choice for any occasion. With its nutty flavor and tender texture, whole wheat couscous is a versatile side dish that pairs well with a variety of main courses. The addition of almonds adds a crunchy texture and a boost of protein, making this recipe a complete and satisfying meal. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a beginner in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the steps to create a delicious and unforgettable whole wheat couscous with almonds dish that will impress your family and friends.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
WHOLE-WHEAT COUSCOUS WITH ALMONDS
Using whole-wheat couscous adds fiber to this side dish. Serving it at room temperature, rather than chilled, allows the flavors to come through.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Time 20m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the couscous in a medium bowl and pour 1 1/2 cups of boiling water over it. Stir, cover, and let it stand 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a small skillet, toast the almonds over medium heat until lightly golden, about 3 minutes; remove from heat.
- Uncover the couscous and add the almonds, oil, tomato, parsley, capers, and garlic. Season the mixture with salt and fluff with a fork. Serve at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 5 g
COUSCOUS WITH SPICED ALMONDS
Steps:
- To prepare the almonds, heat the butter in a saute pan over medium heat until it is melted and bubbling. Add the almonds, cumin, turmeric, coriander, paprika, and salt. Saute until the almonds start to brown and the spices smell very fragrant, 4 to 5 minutes. Let cool.
- To prepare the couscous, heat the stock in a saucepan over high heat until boiling, then season with salt and pepper. Place the couscous in a large bowl, pour the hot stock over the couscous, and cover with foil. Let stand until the stock is absorbed, about 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, coarsely chop the cooled almonds. When the couscous has absorbed the stock, fluff with a fork, add the almonds, and mix well. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.
SWEET ALMOND MILK COUSCOUS
Provided by Food Network
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring almond milk, sugar and salt to boil in a pot; add couscous, zest, and cardamom; cover and cook for 1 minute, then turn off heat and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Fluff couscous with a fork and sprinkle on the rosewater, if using. Add nuts and apricots, and gently combine. Serve warm or at room temperature.
- Sweet Couscous with Citrus Salad: Make the couscous with mixed citrus zest - a little lemon, orange, lime or grapefruit - and omit nuts, cardamom and rosewater. Let it cool to room temperature and serve topped with a cup of orange, tangerine or grapefruit segments (or a combination) tossed with 3 tablespoons chopped mint leaves.
COUSCOUS WITH SAUTéED ALMONDS AND CURRANTS
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
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.
WHOLE WHEAT COUSCOUS WITH LEMON, PEAS, AND CHIVES
Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
Categories Side Picnic Low Fat Quick & Easy Backyard BBQ Pea Spring Healthy Low Cholesterol Chive Couscous Lemon Juice Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large heavy saucepan over medium-high heat. Add turmeric, onion, and garlic; sauté, stirring often, until onion is tender and golden, about 5 minutes. Stir in stock; bring to a boil. Add couscous and stir to blend. Remove saucepan from heat; cover and let stand 10 minutes. Stir in peas, chives, and lemon zest and juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Transfer couscous to a serving bowl, garnish with almonds, and serve.
WHOLE WHEAT COUSCOUS TURKEY SALAD
This is something I made up, based on some ingredients I had on hand and an idea. I'm posting it here just because I really, really enjoyed it and it makes a great portable lunch. To make it a side dish, you could certainly omit the turkey. Alternatively, leftover chicken could be substituted. For the dressing, I actually used 1/4 cup of Trader Joe's Orange Muscat Champagne Vinegar, but for those that don't have that, I think that the combination of orange juice and white wine vinegar would be a good substitute. Of course, regular couscous can be substituted for the whole wheat variety. I also think that toasted pine nuts would be good in this instead of the sliced almonds. As with all my recipes, please feel free to adjust quantities and seasonings to suit your own tastes and preferences. Prep time does not include time for chilling the salad.
Provided by Targetgirl
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Combine chicken broth and curry powder and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in couscous. Sprinkle dried cranberries on top, cover and let sit for 5-10 minutes.
- Combine onion, celery, red bell pepper, almonds, turkey and mint in a large bowl.
- In a small jar, combine orange juice, white wine vinegar, olive oil, salt and pepper and shake vigorously until combined.
- Fluff couscous and cranberries with a fork and add to the bowl with the other ingredients. Pour dressing over all and stir to combine. Let chill for at least an hour to combine the flavors. Serve at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.7, Fat 13.5, SaturatedFat 1.7, Sodium 408.4, Carbohydrate 6.1, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 2.6, Protein 3.7
Tips:
- For the best results, use high-quality whole wheat couscous. Look for couscous that is made from 100% whole wheat flour and has a slightly nutty flavor.
- If you don't have any almonds on hand, you can substitute another type of nut, such as walnuts, pecans, or pistachios.
- To make the dish more flavorful, you can add a variety of spices, such as cumin, coriander, or paprika.
- If you're short on time, you can cook the couscous in the microwave. Just follow the instructions on the package.
- Serve the couscous as a side dish or as a main course. It's also a great addition to salads and wraps.
Conclusion:
This whole wheat couscous with almonds is a healthy and delicious dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.
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