COUSCOUS WITH DRIED APRICOTS AND PISTACHIOS

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Categories     Fruit     Nut     Side     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     High Fiber     Dinner     Lunch     Apricot     Tree Nut     Pistachio     Healthy     Couscous     Bon Appétit     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups water
4 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 10-ounce boxes couscous (about 2 1/4 cups)
1 1/4 cups (about 7 ounces) dried apricots, thinly sliced
2 1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1 1/4 cups (about 4 ounces) unsalted pistachios, toasted, chopped
3/4 cup chopped green onions
6 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil

Steps:

  • Combine water, oil and salt in medium saucepan; bring to boil. Combine couscous, apricots and spices in large bowl. Add boiling liquid. Cover immediately; let stand until water is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Uncover; fluff with fork. Cool. (Can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to room temperature before continuing.)
  • Mix nuts, green onions and basil into couscous. Season with salt and pepper.

Felicia Flowers
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Overall, I was disappointed with this recipe.


Rica Batan
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I would have liked more pistachios in the dish.


Sserwanjab Hakiimu
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The apricots were a bit too sweet for me.


Sona Mony
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I found the couscous to be a bit dry.


Ain Malla
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This was a bit bland for my taste.


Najjash Fesaal
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I highly recommend this recipe!


Riley King
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious.


GRACE MAPODISI
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish.


Saeedali Rajpoot
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This dish is perfect for a light and healthy meal.


Anwar Butt
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I made this for a potluck and it was a hit!


Bryler Rutledge
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover couscous.


Natasha Sid
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I added a bit of cinnamon to the couscous and it gave it a nice warm flavor.


Ermal Kurushi
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I substituted dried cranberries for the apricots and it was still delicious! This recipe is very versatile.


y.d cole
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The couscous was light and fluffy, and the apricots and pistachios added a nice pop of flavor.


Shiuli Akter
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This was a great recipe! The couscous was perfectly cooked and the apricots and pistachios added a nice sweetness and crunch.


Ranasahzeb sahzeb
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The couscous was fluffy and the apricots and pistachios added a nice flavor.


SENELISIWE NYATHI
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! I will definitely be making it again.


Ok Bali
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I've never had couscous before, but this recipe made me a fan! The texture was light and fluffy, and the apricots and pistachios added a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.


Robiul Love
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This recipe was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of couscous, dried apricots, and pistachios was delicious and flavorful.