COUSCOUS WITH CILANTRO

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Serve this dish alongside Moroccan braised chicken.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups couscous
3 tablespoons olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus sprigs for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine couscous and oil; toss to coat grains. In a medium saucepan, bring 1 3/4 cups water to a boil; remove from heat. Add 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt, 1/8 teaspoon pepper, and couscous; stir. Cover; let stand until couscous has absorbed water, 5 minutes. Add cilantro; fluff couscous with a fork. Serve immediately, with cilantro sprigs if desired.

Rinku Shamim
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This recipe is a great base for adding other ingredients. I often add roasted vegetables, grilled chicken, or feta cheese.


Rofik Hasan
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I always add a little bit of grated lemon zest to this recipe. It really brightens up the flavors.


Mawli Nyatsi
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I've made this recipe with different types of couscous and they all work well. I especially like using Israeli couscous because it has a nice chewy texture.


Eret
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I love that this recipe can be served warm or cold. It's perfect for a summer picnic or a winter potluck.


Badr Afyf
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This recipe is a great way to change up your usual dinner routine. It's healthy, delicious, and easy to make.


Sabbir Hussain
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I've never had couscous before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's now one of my favorite dishes.


Jonathan Mota
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I love the vibrant green color of this dish. It's so visually appealing.


Amogelang Promise
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the couscous and they don't even notice the cilantro.


Beth RL
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The couscous is light and fluffy, and the cilantro adds a wonderful freshness.


Javet Khan
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I'm not a huge fan of cilantro, but I loved this recipe. The flavors were well-balanced and the couscous was cooked perfectly.


White Pheonix985
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover cilantro. I always have a bunch of it in my fridge and I'm always looking for new ways to use it.


Saif Boola
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the unique flavors and the couscous was cooked perfectly.


Sri Ash
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The combination of couscous, cilantro, and lemon is simply divine. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again.


Md Nurhasan
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I can have it on the table in under 30 minutes, which is perfect for busy weeknights.


Mohamad Honlos
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This couscous with cilantro recipe was a hit at my last dinner party! The flavors were so vibrant and fresh, and the dish was a beautiful addition to the table.


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