Couscous Mix with Toasted Pine Nuts Coconut Milk Lime Juice

Embark on a culinary journey with this vibrant Couscous Mix with Toasted Pine Nuts, Coconut Milk, and Lime Juice – a quick and flavorful dish that’s ready in just 15 minutes! Fluffy couscous is infused with the creamy richness of coconut milk and a zing of fresh lime juice, creating a perfectly balanced base. A sprinkle of golden, fragrant toasted pine nuts adds irresistible crunch, while fresh cilantro and mint provide herbal brightness in every bite. Ideal as a light meal or a versatile side dish, this recipe is a delightful blend of textures and flavors that will elevate any table. Plus, it’s an easy, one-pot wonder offering a tropical twist to traditional couscous dishes. Serve warm or at room temperature for a dish that’s as refreshing as it is satisfying. Keywords: couscous with coconut milk, toasted pine nuts, lime juice recipe, quick side dish, tropical couscous mix.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Couscous
• 1 cup Coconut milk
• 0.5 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Lime zest
• 0.25 cup Pine nuts
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh mint (chopped)

Directions

Step 1

In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the pine nuts for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut milk, water, olive oil, and salt. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

Step 3

Stir in the couscous, then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat. Cover with a lid and let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the couscous to absorb the liquid.

Step 4

After 5 minutes, fluff the couscous with a fork to separate the grains.

Step 5

Add the lime juice, lime zest, toasted pine nuts, chopped cilantro, and chopped mint to the fluffed couscous. Gently fold to combine all the ingredients.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed with additional salt or lime juice.

Step 7

Serve warm or at room temperature as a side dish or light meal. Garnish with extra chopped herbs if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(641.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	637.8

Total Fat 38.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 13.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1527.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 69.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.5g	0%
Total Sugars 19.5g
Protein 11.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 71.4mg	0%
Iron 3.1mg	0%
Potassium 621.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.6%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 41.7%