Couscous with Olives and Sun-Dried Tomato

Couscous with Olives and Sun-Dried Tomato
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    50 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    192

Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this delightful couscous dish! Pearl couscous mingles with briny olives, sweet sun-dried tomatoes, and fragrant herbs in a simple yet satisfying preparation. Perfect as a light lunch, a flavorful side, or a base for added proteins, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    56 g
  • Fiber
    5 g
  • Protein
    13 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    455 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    29 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 2 mins In a saucepan, bring 1 1/4 cups vegetable broth and water to a boil. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Stir in couscous, salt, and black pepper. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 8 mins Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the liquid is absorbed, about 8 minutes.

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Recipe View 1 mins Meanwhile, heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 2 mins Add pine nuts and cook, stirring frequently, until toasted and golden brown, about 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

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Recipe View 1 mins Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in the same skillet. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 2 mins Add garlic and shallot and cook until softened, about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.

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Recipe View 3 mins Stir in black olives and sun-dried tomatoes; cook until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes, stirring often.

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Recipe View 2 mins Slowly pour in 1 cup vegetable broth and bring to a boil. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins Reduce heat to low and simmer until the sauce has reduced slightly, 8 to 10 minutes.

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Recipe View 2 mins Transfer couscous to a large serving bowl, mix with the sauce, and serve topped with parsley and pine nuts. (2 minutes)

For an extra layer of flavor, toast the couscous in the dry saucepan for a few minutes before adding the liquid.
Feel free to add other vegetables, such as bell peppers, zucchini, or artichoke hearts.
A squeeze of lemon juice at the end brightens the flavors beautifully.

Holly Mcglynn

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 64 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Mara Reilly

    I added some grilled chicken to make it a complete meal, and it was fantastic!

  • Christa Skiles

    This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! It's quick, easy, and so flavorful.

  • Samanta Cruickshank

    The sun-dried tomatoes really make this dish special. I'll definitely be making this again.

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