COUSCOUS WITH SPRING VEGETABLES

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Categories     Vegetable

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2½ cups barley couscous or ordinary couscous
2½ cups warm water with ½ to 1 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons mild extra virgin olive oil
4½ cups stock made with 2 vegetable or chicken bouillon cubes
14 ounces young fava beans (shelled weight), or frozen fava beans, defrosted
½ pound scallions
14 ounces frozen artichokes or baby artichokes
salt and black pepper
14 ounces young peas (shelled weight), or frozen petits pois, defrosted
large handful of chopped flat-leaf parsley
large handful of chopped coriander
handful of chopped mint

Steps:

  • Put the couscous in a wide, ovenproof dish, and add the same volume of salted water gradually, stirring so that it gets absorbed evenly. After about 10 minutes, when the couscous has become plump and almost tender, add 3 tablespoons olive oil and rub the couscous between your hands to air it and break up any lumps. This can be done in advance and then heated through 20 to 30 minutes before serving in an oven preheated to 400°F until it is steaming hot. For the broth, bring the stock to boiling point, then add the fava beans; the scallions, trimmed of their green ends and sliced; and the artichokes, cut in half or quartered, and cook for 10 minutes, or until tender. Season with salt and pepper, taking into consideration the saltiness of the bouillon cubes. Add the peas, and cook for 5 minutes, or until they are just tender. Stir in the herbs just before you are ready to serve. Before serving, fluff up the couscous with a fork, breaking up any lumps, and stir in the remaining olive oil. Arrange the vegetables on top and pass the broth around in a bowl for everyone to help themselves. VARIATION: You may like to melt into the couscous at the end ½ stick (4 tablespoons) of butter and omit the olive oil.

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This dish is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's easy to make and it's packed with flavor.


LEVI AKRAMAN
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I'm not a huge fan of couscous, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The vegetables were cooked perfectly and the lemon-herb dressing was delicious.


Repon Ahmed
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some asparagus, carrots, and peas that I needed to use up, and this recipe was the perfect way to do it.


Rhiannon Kozaczynski
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The couscous is light and fluffy, the vegetables are tender and flavorful, and the lemon-herb dressing is the perfect finishing touch.


Mahar Shayan
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. The couscous is always fluffy and the vegetables are always tender and flavorful.


Dipendra Shrestha
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I followed the recipe exactly and my dish turned out great! The couscous was fluffy and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. The lemon-herb dressing was a great addition.


Richard Sanford, Jr.
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it needed more seasoning or maybe some additional vegetables. The couscous was cooked well, but the vegetables were a bit overcooked.


Uchenna Victor
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The couscous is always fluffy and light, and the vegetables are always perfectly cooked. The lemon-herb dressing is the perfect finishing touch.


Zaib Shah
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The flavors in this dish are amazing! The couscous is cooked perfectly and the vegetables are tender and flavorful. The lemon-herb dressing is a great addition that really brightens up the dish. I highly recommend trying this recipe.


Fiona Jimmy
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This dish is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I love the combination of couscous and spring vegetables, and the lemon-herb dressing is the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of recipes.


Don rich131
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I'm not a huge fan of couscous, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of vegetables and herbs is amazing, and the lemon-herb dressing really brings it all together. I'll definitely be making this again.


Shannon Hoyopatubbi
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This recipe is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The couscous is fluffy and light, while the spring vegetables add a vibrant crunch and sweetness. The lemon-herb dressing ties everything together perfectly, creating a refreshing and flavorf