Vegetarian Couscous with Roasted Tomatillos and Corn

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  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Total Time

    15 mins

  • Servings

    4 people

  • Calories

    202 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    Mexican

Vegetarian Couscous with Roasted Tomatillos and Corn

Roasted tomatillos, corn and jalapenos are combined in this easy Vegetarian Couscous recipe. It's the perfect Mexican side dish, made in just 15 minutes!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 tomatillos husks removed
  • 1 ear corn
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup couscous
  • ¼ cup tomato chopped
  • ½ cup red onion diced
  • 1 jalapeño seeded and minced
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice fresh squeezed
  • ½ teaspooon cumin ground
  • 1 tablespoon cilantro chopped, fresh

Instructions

  1. Heat a grill to medium heat. 
  2. Place the tomatillos on a piece of foil on the grill, turn occasionally for 8-10 minutes. Remove the tomatillos once they become slightly charred on the outside.
  3. Add the corn to the grill, directly on the grill grate, cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until the corn kernels start to brown, then remove from the grill.
  4. Add the water and salt to a medium saucepan, place on the stove over high heat. 
  5. When the water comes to a boil, remove from the heat and add the couscous.
  6. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, remove the lid and fluff the couscous with a fork.
  7. Chop the roasted tomatillos and add to the couscous.
  8. Use a sharp knife to remove the corn kernels from the cob, then add to the couscous.
  9. Add the tomatoes, red onion, jalapeno, lime juice, cumin and cilantro to the couscous.
  10. Stir to combine everything and serve.

Notes

  • Additions: Turn this side dish into a meal by adding any of these ingredients.

    Black Beans Roasted Sweet Potatoes Soy Chorizo

  • Black Beans
  • Roasted Sweet Potatoes
  • Soy Chorizo
  • Gluten Free: Couscous is not gluten free, yet gluten free couscous alternatives made from corn or potato can be found online or at some grocery stores.
  • Vegan: This recipe is vegan.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 202kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 42g (14%) Protein 6g (12%) Sodium 300mg (13%) Potassium 217mg (5%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 195mg (4%) Vitamin C 11.2mg (12%) Calcium 15mg (2%) Iron 0.8mg (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 202 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 202kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 42g 14%
Protein 6g 12%
Sodium 300mg 13%
Potassium 217mg 5%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 195mg 4%
Vitamin C 11.2mg 12%
Calcium 15mg 2%
Iron 0.8mg 4%

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

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