VEGETABLE COUSCOUS WITH APRICOTS AND SUNFLOWER SEEDS

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Here is a delicious side dish that combines couscous, broccoli florets, carrots and green beans wth apricots, sun-dried tomatoes and sunflower seeds. It's greatly spiced with cumin and garnished with green onions and cilantro.

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (500 g) bag Europe's Best Romanesco Concerto Frozen Vegetables, frozen
3/4 cup vegetable stock or 3/4 cup water
1 cup instant couscous
1/3 cup dried apricot
3 tbps. sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (dried or in oil)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tbps. olive oil
1/4 cup sunflower seeds, toasted
3 green onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • In a shallow saucepan with tight fitting lid, combine Europe's Best Romanesco Concerto with water or stock. Bring to a boil, reduce heat. Cover and cook for 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Remove from heat.
  • Gently stir in couscous. Spread over apricots, tomatoes, salt, pepper and cumin. Cover and let steam for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  • Gently mix in olive oil, sunflower seeds, green onions and cilantro and serve.

Md Mynur Rahaman
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This dish was a hit at my last dinner party. Everyone loved the unique flavors and textures. I will definitely be making it again for my next gathering.


Aj8fun10
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I'm not a big fan of couscous, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so flavorful and satisfying. I will definitely be making it again.


vishnu sarran
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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 apricots, sunflower seeds, and vegetables.


Sahadat Ahmed
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Overall, I thought this recipe was pretty good. It was easy to make and the flavors were well-balanced. I would recommend it to others.


Amjid shaikh
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The couscous was a bit too dry for my taste. I would recommend adding a little more liquid to the recipe.


verano Karto
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices and herbs to give it more flavor.


Michail Lazaris
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My picky eaters loved the sweet and savory flavors. I will definitely be making this again and again.


peter lami
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I didn't have any apricots on hand, so I used dried cranberries instead. I also added some chopped walnuts for extra crunch. It was still delicious!


Md arif Hosen
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Easy to make and packed with flavor! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The couscous was fluffy and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. The apricots and sunflower seeds added a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. I will


Dennis Menzie
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This couscous dish was a delightful surprise! The combination of apricots, sunflower seeds, and vegetables created a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. The apricots added a subtle sweetness, while the sunflower seeds provided a satisfying crun


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