COUSCOUS WITH OLIVES AND LEMON

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Categories     Citrus     Olive     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Vegan     Couscous     Parsley     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 3/4 cups water
Rounded 1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups couscous (10 oz)
16 oil-cured black olives, pitted and coarsely chopped
1/3 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated fresh lemon zest

Steps:

  • Cook garlic in oil in a 2- to 3-quart wide heavy saucepan over moderate heat, stirring frequently, until golden, 1 to 2 minutes. Add water and salt and bring to a boil. Stir in remaining ingredients, then cover pan and remove from heat. Let stand, undisturbed, 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

The Serge
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit.


ackcent king
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Sararada Dahal
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I'm not a huge fan of olives, but I loved this recipe. The lemon really balances out the flavor.


Azeem Ahmed
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover couscous.


Mama Khurram
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've made it with different types of olives and lemons, and it's always delicious.


Thomas Burroughs
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This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


DJ Substance
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I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it all up.


Uloma Precious
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5 stars! This recipe is a keeper.


Daari Janu
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This is my go-to recipe for couscous. It's simple, delicious, and always a success.


Hammad A
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The olives and lemon really brighten up the couscous.


Neyoid
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This recipe is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Jd Johnson
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


prince ruma
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the flavors and textures.


Ateniola Emmanuel
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This recipe was absolutely delicious! The couscous was light and fluffy, and the olives and lemon added a wonderful flavor.


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