Moroccan Couscous Recipe

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    15 mins

  • Servings

    4 people

  • Calories

    442 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    Mediterranean

Moroccan Couscous Recipe

Moroccan couscous is a really simple side dish that is easy to make! Vary the flavor to make it the perfect pairing to any main dish. 

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 cups water
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon parsley
  • 1 teaspoon basil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups Moroccan couscous
  • ½ cup half and half optional
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Instructions

  1. Bring water, butter, spices, and garlic to a boil in a saucepan. 
  2. Add the couscous and mix briefly. Turn off heat. 
  3. Let sit for about 5 minutes, until the couscous is soft and water is absorbed. 
  4. Fluff with a fork and gently stir in half and half (optional).
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Nutrition Information

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Calories 442kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 68g (23%) Protein 12g (24%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Cholesterol 33mg (11%) Sodium 683mg (28%) Potassium 182mg (5%) Fiber 4g (16%) Vitamin A 370IU (7%) Vitamin C 0.7mg (1%) Calcium 62mg (6%) Iron 0.9mg (5%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 442 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 442kcal 22%
Carbohydrates 68g 23%
Protein 12g 24%
Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 33mg 11%
Sodium 683mg 28%
Potassium 182mg 4%
Fiber 4g 16%
Vitamin A 370IU 7%
Vitamin C 0.7mg 1%
Calcium 62mg 6%
Iron 0.9mg 5%

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

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