Orange Cranberry Couscous
Brighten up your table with this Orange Cranberry Couscous, a vibrant and flavorful dish that’s ready in just 15 minutes! Featuring fluffy couscous infused with the zesty sweetness of orange juice and studded with tangy dried cranberries, this recipe is a perfect balance of sweet and savory. Orange zest and fresh parsley create a refreshing burst of flavor, while optional sliced almonds add a satisfying crunch. Simple yet elegant, this dish is perfect as a side for holiday feasts or as a light main course. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a versatile addition to your mealtime repertoire.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 cup water
- 0.5 cup orange juice
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cup sliced almonds (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized saucepan, bring the water, orange juice, olive oil, and salt to a boil over medium heat.
Step 2
Once the liquid comes to a boil, remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the couscous and dried cranberries.
Step 3
Cover the saucepan with a lid and let the couscous sit for 5 minutes to absorb the liquid.
Step 4
After 5 minutes, fluff the couscous gently with a fork to separate the grains.
Step 5
Stir in the orange zest, fresh parsley, and sliced almonds (if using) for added texture and flavor.
Step 6
Transfer the Orange Cranberry Couscous to a serving dish and garnish with additional parsley or orange zest if desired.
Step 7
Serve warm or at room temperature as a side dish or light main course.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (645.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 755.5 |
| Total Fat 28.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 928.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 110.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 58.6g | |
| Protein 13.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 140.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 636.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories