Curried Couscous with Dried Cranberries

Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful Curried Couscous with Dried Cranberries! This quick and easy recipe pairs fluffy, spiced couscous with the sweet-tart pop of dried cranberries, the crunch of toasted slivered almonds, and a bright hint of lemon and fresh parsley. Infused with aromatic curry powder, cumin, and garlic, every bite is bursting with warm, fragrant spices. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for special occasions. Serve it as a savory vegetarian main course or as a standout side alongside grilled chicken, fish, or roasted vegetables. This recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a healthy, flavorful dish with bold, international flair!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup couscous
• 1.25 cups water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small, finely diced yellow onion
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 cup dried cranberries
• 0.25 cup, toasted slivered almonds
• 2 tablespoons, chopped parsley
• 0.5 bouillon cube chicken or vegetable broth
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, bring 1.25 cups of water to a boil. Add the bouillon cube and stir until dissolved. Remove from heat.

Step 2

Stir the couscous into the hot broth, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and let it sit for 5 minutes. Once the couscous has absorbed the liquid, fluff it with a fork and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic, curry powder, and ground cumin. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low, and gently fold in the cooked couscous. Mix until the spices and onions are fully incorporated.

Step 6

Add the dried cranberries, toasted slivered almonds, salt, and black pepper to the couscous mixture. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Remove the couscous from heat and stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice for a fresh burst of flavor.

Step 8

Adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice, if needed. Serve warm as a side dish or as a light vegetarian main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(700.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	896.5

Total Fat 45.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2228.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 108.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.6g	0%
Total Sugars 52.0g
Protein 14.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 158.0mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 591.4mg	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: 45.3%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 48.1%