Couscous with Tomato and Garlic

Bright, flavorful, and wonderfully versatile, this Couscous with Tomato and Garlic recipe is the perfect blend of simplicity and sophistication. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish features fluffy couscous infused with sautéed garlic and juicy blistered cherry tomatoes, bringing a burst of savory and tangy flavors to your plate. Finished with a drizzle of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of aromatic parsley, this Mediterranean-inspired recipe is a deliciously light side dish or satisfying meatless main course. With minimal prep and pantry-friendly ingredients like olive oil, black pepper, and garlic, this quick and healthy recipe will become a go-to for weeknight dinners or effortless entertaining.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup couscous
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 3 units garlic cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the water.

Step 2

Once the water is boiling, remove it from the heat. Add 1 cup of couscous, stir quickly, and cover the saucepan with a lid. Let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the couscous to absorb the water.

Step 3

While the couscous is resting, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Mince 3 garlic cloves and sauté them in the skillet for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.

Step 5

Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes are softened and slightly blistered.

Step 6

Fluff the cooked couscous with a fork and add it to the skillet with the tomato and garlic mixture. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Season the couscous with 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper and adjust the salt if needed.

Step 8

Finely chop 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the couscous.

Step 9

Drizzle the dish with 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice and toss gently to incorporate all the flavors.

Step 10

Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy it as a light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(612.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	477.9

Total Fat 28.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1505.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 47.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.8g	0%
Total Sugars 4.5g
Protein 8.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 74.5mg	0%
Iron 2.0mg	0%
Potassium 567.8mg	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: 53.6%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 39.5%