Apricot Couscous
Serves 4
Time 25 min
Perfect for stuffing Couscous-Stuffed Moroccan Cornish Hens or as a delicious accompaniment to tagines or spiced meats and vegetables.
Special Diets:
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup couscous
- 10 dried apricots, chopped
- 3/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 green onions, green parts only, chopped
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
Method
In a small pot, bring 1 1/2 cups water to a boil.
Place couscous in a heat-proof medium bowl; pour boiling water over it and stir with a fork to combine.
Cover and let stand until tender, about 12 minutes, then uncover and fluff with a fork.
In a large bowl, mix apricots, almonds, lemon juice, green onions, mint, cilantro, garlic and lemon zest.
Add couscous, olive oil and salt to taste.
Toss gently to combine.
Nutritional Info:
Per serving: 440 calories (110 from fat), 13g total fat, 1.5g saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 320mg sodium, 69g carbohydrates (9g dietary fiber, 1g sugar), 14g protein.
Note: We've provided special diet and nutritional information for educational purposes. But remember - we're cooks, not doctors! You should follow the advice of your health-care provider. And since product formulations change, check product labels for the most recent ingredient information.
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup couscous
- 10 dried apricots, chopped
- 3/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 green onions, green parts only, chopped
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt