ISRAELI COUSCOUS WITH MINT AND LEMON

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This is a very simple recipe, and so very light and flavorful, that everyone can enjoy , the flavor of mint is so light and refreshing in this dish!!

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt, plus more for pasta water
1 1/2 cups israeli couscous or 1 1/2 cups pearl couscous
5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more
olive oil, for drizzling
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced
5 scallions, thinly sliced diagonally
1/3 cup golden raisin
3 tablespoons lemon zest, very thinly sliced (2-3 strips)
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
fresh ground pepper
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Bring pot of salted water to a boil Add couscous, and cook until al dente, Drain, and drizzle with just enough oil to coat. Spread on a baking sheet and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
  • Combine couscous and remaining ingredients. Let stand at room temperature for least 30 minutes before serving.

doaa nomman
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the mint and lemon.


Zaida Pina
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This couscous dish is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I added some chopped carrots, celery, and onions to mine, and it turned out great.


Pakistan zindabad
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of mint, but I'm so glad I did! The mint and lemon are the perfect complement to the couscous, and the dish is absolutely delicious.


michael odhiambo
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This is one of my favorite couscous recipes. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the combination of mint and lemon, and the couscous is always cooked perfectly.


Echezona Jonas Obodoako
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I'm not a huge fan of couscous, but this recipe changed my mind. The mint and lemon add a nice brightness to the dish, and the couscous is cooked perfectly.


Ff Master
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This is a great recipe for a light and refreshing summer meal. The mint and lemon give it a nice brightness, and the couscous is cooked perfectly.


Ammaya Gray
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the mint and lemon.


shabeeb aziz
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This couscous dish is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I added some chopped carrots, celery, and onions to mine, and it turned out great.


Heather Gramm
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of mint, but I'm so glad I did! The mint and lemon are the perfect complement to the couscous, and the dish is absolutely delicious.


Jerry “Jireh” Baker
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This is one of my favorite couscous recipes. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the combination of mint and lemon, and the couscous is always cooked perfectly.


Moslin Moslin
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook couscous, and this recipe definitely delivered. The mint and lemon added a nice brightness to the dish, and the couscous was cooked perfectly.


Vinny Torres
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This Israeli couscous dish was a hit! The combination of mint and lemon gave it a refreshing and flavorful taste. I will definitely be making this again.


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