Couscous with Sausage Pine Nuts and Cranberries

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and satisfying Couscous with Sausage, Pine Nuts, and Cranberries recipe. Packed with bold flavors and hearty textures, this dish combines tender, fluffy couscous with savory bites of browned sausage, sweet pops of dried cranberries, and the nutty crunch of toasted pine nuts. A fragrant base of sautéed onion and garlic ties everything together, while fresh parsley adds a burst of freshness. Ready in just 40 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve it as a hearty main dish or a flavorful side to impress your family and friends!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup couscous
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 8 ounces mild or spicy sausage (casings removed)
• 1 medium yellow onion (finely chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
• 1.25 cups chicken broth
• 0.5 cup dried cranberries
• 0.25 cup pine nuts (toasted)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.

Step 2

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Pour the chicken broth into the skillet and bring it to a simmer. Stir in the dried cranberries, salt, and pepper.

Step 4

Add the couscous to the skillet, stir to combine, and then turn off the heat. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the couscous sit for 5 minutes to absorb the liquid.

Step 5

Meanwhile, toast the pine nuts in a small, dry pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 6

Fluff the couscous with a fork, then stir in the cooked sausage, toasted pine nuts, and chopped parsley. Mix well to combine.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(933.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1605.7

Total Fat 104.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 158.8mg	0%
Sodium 3437.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 113.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.7g	0%
Total Sugars 56.0g
Protein 50.0g	0%

Vitamin D 45.4IU	0%
Calcium 144.9mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 1268.4mg	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: 59.0%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 28.4%