WHOLE-WHEAT COUSCOUS WITH ALMONDS

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Using whole-wheat couscous adds fiber to this side dish. Serving it at room temperature, rather than chilled, allows the flavors to come through.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 20m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup whole-wheat couscous
3 tablespoons slivered almonds
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 plum tomato, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1 tablespoon capers, rinsed and drained
1 garlic clove, minced
Coarse salt

Steps:

  • Place the couscous in a medium bowl and pour 1 1/2 cups of boiling water over it. Stir, cover, and let it stand 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a small skillet, toast the almonds over medium heat until lightly golden, about 3 minutes; remove from heat.
  • Uncover the couscous and add the almonds, oil, tomato, parsley, capers, and garlic. Season the mixture with salt and fluff with a fork. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 5 g

Mahmmad Ullah
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I'm a beginner cook and this recipe was easy to follow.


Hamad Tanoli
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This dish is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Regina Knight Richardson
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I'm allergic to almonds, so I substituted them with walnuts. It was still delicious!


Tiger Khan
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The instructions were a bit confusing, but I was able to figure it out.


Stellar Bella
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I followed the recipe exactly and my dish turned out perfect. Thanks for sharing!


Caelen McAleese Rose
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


Cozy Music
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my couscous turned out mushy.


Jahagir Bilt
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Kedire Shukri Official
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Shahbaz Malik
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The almonds added a nice touch of crunch, but I think I would have preferred to use pine nuts instead.


Subash Limbu
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I'm not a big fan of couscous, but I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this dish.


New information
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This is now my favorite couscous recipe! It's so flavorful and versatile.


zaras asmr channel
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The recipe was a bit bland for my taste, but I was able to easily adjust the seasonings to my liking.


Prince Vic muzik
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I love how easy this dish is to make. It's perfect for a quick and healthy meal.


Cab
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This couscous dish is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The whole wheat couscous provides a nutty flavor while the almonds add a crunchy touch. The combination of spices creates a warm and inviting aroma that fills the kitchen.