How to Cook Couscous

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    15 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    194 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    Mediterranean

How to Cook Couscous

Master the art of making fluffy couscous with this quick and easy recipe!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 cup low-sodium broth or water
  • 1 cup instant couscous dry
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • parsley optional, fresh herbs; garlic minced, green onions chopped
  • dill
  • garlic
  • green onion

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring the broth or water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
  2. Stir in the couscous, cover the saucepan with a lid, and remove from heat. Let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes or until the liquid is fully absorbed.
  3. Fluff the couscous with a fork. Optionally, mix in fresh herbs, sautéed minced garlic, or chopped green onions for added flavor.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 194kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 33g (11%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g (3%) Monounsaturated Fat 3g (15%) Sodium 298mg (12%) Potassium 72mg (2%) Fiber 2g (8%) Calcium 12mg (1%) Iron 0.5mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 194 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 194kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 33g 11%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g 3%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 298mg 12%
Potassium 72mg 2%
Fiber 2g 8%
Calcium 12mg 1%
Iron 0.5mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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