Curried Cashew Couscous

Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant Curried Cashew Couscous, a harmonious blend of warmth, crunch, and a hint of sweetness. Fluffy couscous is infused with aromatic spices like curry powder, turmeric, and cumin, perfectly complemented by caramelized onions and garlic. Toasted cashews add a delightful crunch, while dried cranberries provide bursts of tart sweetness. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice ties it all together, creating a light yet satisfying dish that's ready in just 25 minutes. Whether served as a flavorful side or a wholesome vegetarian main, this recipe is a perfect balance of nutrition and taste. Packed with bold flavors and contrasting textures, it's a must-try for lovers of quick and creative meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup couscous
• 1.25 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 medium, diced yellow onion
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• 0.5 teaspoons ground turmeric
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 0.5 cup toasted cashews
• 0.25 cup dried cranberries
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat and stir in the couscous. Cover the pan and let the couscous steam for 5 minutes, then fluff it with a fork and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic, curry powder, turmeric, and cumin to the skillet. Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and add the prepared couscous to the skillet. Stir well to evenly coat the couscous with the spices.

Step 5

Mix in the toasted cashews, dried cranberries, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and heat through for 1-2 minutes.

Step 6

Squeeze the lemon juice over the couscous and give it a final stir. Remove from heat.

Step 7

Serve warm as a side dish or a light main course. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(717.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1341.5

Total Fat 83.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3224.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 128.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.2g	0%
Total Sugars 35.0g
Protein 32.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 146.1mg	0%
Iron 12.0mg	0%
Potassium 1517.5mg	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: 53.8%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 36.7%