COUSCOUS WITH CELERY, PARSLEY AND RED-WINE VINEGAR

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Couscous With Celery, Parsley and Red-Wine Vinegar image

Provided by Amanda Hesser

Categories     easy, quick, one pot, side dish

Time 15m

Yield A side dish for 4 (or 2, with leftovers)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups beef broth
1 cup couscous
5 tender inner stalks celery
4 large sprigs parsley, stems removed
1/4 cup safflower oil
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
Sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring the beef broth to a boil. Place the couscous in a medium serving bowl. Pour the boiling broth over the couscous, cover with a lid or plastic wrap and let stand for 5 minutes.
  • Finely chop the celery and parsley, then scrape them over the couscous. Sprinkle with oil and vinegar, then stir until well mixed. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Let sit 5 minutes, taste and adjust seasoning once more before serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1241, UnsaturatedFat 50 grams, Carbohydrate 148 grams, Fat 57 grams, Fiber 13 grams, Protein 33 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 2198 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

Shaheer
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I'm definitely going to try this recipe next time I have guests over. It looks delicious!


Ose Oscar
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover rice or quinoa. I also like to add a handful of chopped nuts or seeds for a bit of extra crunch.


isoluwaemmy_
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or party. It's easy to make and can be served warm or cold.


Maram Abu Shamseyeh
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I'm not a big fan of celery, but I loved it in this dish. The red wine vinegar really mellowed out the flavor.


Stevern1010TM
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I was looking for a light and healthy lunch option and this couscous dish was perfect. It was filling and satisfying without being too heavy.


Nasir Qureshi
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This recipe is a great base for a variety of different dishes. I've added grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, and even fruit to it.


jafor ullah
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to prepare couscous. This recipe definitely fits the bill.


Gorgeous Eirol
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their veggies. My kids loved the couscous and the dressing.


Regina Danielson
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's perfect for a weeknight meal when I don't have a lot of time to cook.


Waqas Niazi
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This was a great side dish for a summer cookout. It was light and refreshing, and the flavors were spot-on.


boston vato
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I'm not a huge fan of couscous, but this dish changed my mind. The celery and parsley added a nice crunch and the dressing was perfect.


sahmirgacha Watts
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the results are delicious. I love the bright and flavorful dressing.


Know Pppp
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I was skeptical about the red wine vinegar, but it really worked well with the other ingredients. This dish is a great way to use up leftover veggies.


Ali Zack
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Wow, this couscous was amazing! The tangy dressing and the crunch of the celery and parsley really made it stand out. I'll definitely be making this again.


Gregorio Garcia
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This couscous dish was a delightful surprise! The combination of celery, parsley, and red wine vinegar gave it a unique and flavorful twist. I especially appreciated the simplicity of the recipe, which allowed the fresh ingredients to shine through.