COUS COUS WITH GARBANZO BEANS, PRUNES AND ALMONDS

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Provided by Marisol Benadayan-Bennaroch

Categories     Bean     Fruit     Nut     Side     Sauté     High Fiber     Prune     Almond     Chickpea     Couscous     Bon Appétit     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup olive oil
4 cups chopped onions
1 15-ounce can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained
1 cup chopped pitted prunes (about 6 ounces)
3 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups couscous (about 12 ounces)
1/3 cup chopped fresh mint
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add onions and sauté until very tender and beginning to brown, about 25 minutes. Add garbanzo beans and prunes and stir 1 minute. Add broth and cinnamon and bring to boil. Mix in couscous. Cover pot; remove from heat. Let stand 15 minutes.
  • Using fork, fluff couscous. Mix in mint and half of almonds. Season with salt and pepper. Mound couscous in bowl. Sprinkle with remaining almonds.

Dennis Lad
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover garbanzo beans. I also added some chopped spinach for extra nutrition. It turned out great!


ayanda qwabe
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I'm always looking for new and healthy recipes to try. This dish definitely fits the bill. It's packed with nutrients and flavor, and it's easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again.


Elly Allison
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This dish is a great way to get your daily dose of fiber. The garbanzo beans and prunes are both excellent sources of fiber, which can help keep you feeling full and satisfied.


Lm King
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I'm a big fan of couscous and this recipe is one of my favorites. The combination of garbanzo beans, prunes, and almonds is perfect. I also like to add a little bit of cinnamon for extra flavor.


CRACKADILE
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover couscous. I also added some chopped tomatoes and cucumbers for extra freshness. It turned out great!


Daniyal Chaudhary
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes to try. This dish definitely caught my eye. The combination of garbanzo beans, prunes, and almonds sounded unique and flavorful. I was not disappointed! The dish was easy to make and the flavors were am


Touqeer Ashiq
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I made this dish for my family and they all loved it. The flavors were perfectly balanced and the couscous was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again!


Bilal Official
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the sweet prunes and almonds, and they didn't even notice the garbanzo beans.


Kalo jadu
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I'm a vegetarian and I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes. This dish definitely fits the bill. It's packed with protein and flavor, and it's easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again.


Moyahabo Makhura
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover garbanzo beans. I also added some chopped carrots and celery for extra flavor. It turned out great!


Md Joy Jr
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the sweet and savory flavors. I especially liked the addition of almonds, which added a nice crunch.


Rivash Heeralall
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5/5 stars! This recipe is a keeper. It's easy to follow, and the results are amazing. The couscous is fluffy and flavorful, and the combination of garbanzo beans, prunes, and almonds is divine. I highly recommend this dish!


Nii
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party. My guests raved about the unique flavor combination and the tender texture of the couscous. It was a great way to showcase my culinary skills.


Victor Monday
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I'm not usually a fan of couscous, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of garbanzo beans, prunes, and almonds was incredibly flavorful and satisfying. I'll definitely be making this again!


Zaviyaar Qureshi
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#yummy #delicious #couscous #beans #prunes #almonds #healthy #homemade


Grace Thwala
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This dish was a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The garbanzo beans added a hearty touch, while the prunes and almonds provided a sweet and nutty contrast. The couscous was cooked perfectly and absorbed all the delicious flavors of the other