Couscous with Olives and Sun-Dried Tomato
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this delightful couscous dish! Pearl couscous mingles with briny olives, sweet sun-dried tomatoes, and fragrant herbs in a simple yet satisfying preparation. Perfect as a light lunch, a flavorful side, or a base for added proteins, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
56 g
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Fiber
5 g
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Protein
13 g
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Saturated Fat
4 g
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Sodium
455 mg
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Sugar
3 g
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Fat
29 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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2 mins
In a saucepan, bring 1 1/4 cups vegetable broth and water to a boil. (2 minutes)
02 Step
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1 mins
Stir in couscous, salt, and black pepper. (1 minute)
03 Step
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8 mins
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the liquid is absorbed, about 8 minutes.
04 Step
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1 mins
Meanwhile, heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. (1 minute)
05 Step
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2 mins
Add pine nuts and cook, stirring frequently, until toasted and golden brown, about 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
06 Step
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1 mins
Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in the same skillet. (1 minute)
07 Step
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2 mins
Add garlic and shallot and cook until softened, about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
08 Step
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3 mins
Stir in black olives and sun-dried tomatoes; cook until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes, stirring often.
09 Step
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2 mins
Slowly pour in 1 cup vegetable broth and bring to a boil. (2 minutes)
10 Step
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10 mins
Reduce heat to low and simmer until the sauce has reduced slightly, 8 to 10 minutes.
11 Step
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2 mins
Transfer couscous to a large serving bowl, mix with the sauce, and serve topped with parsley and pine nuts. (2 minutes)
For an extra layer of flavor, toast the couscous in the dry saucepan for a few minutes before adding the liquid.
Feel free to add other vegetables, such as bell peppers, zucchini, or artichoke hearts.
A squeeze of lemon juice at the end brightens the flavors beautifully.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.5/ 5 ( 64 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
Mara Reilly
Dec 18, 2024I added some grilled chicken to make it a complete meal, and it was fantastic!
Christa Skiles
Jul 30, 2024This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! It's quick, easy, and so flavorful.
Samanta Cruickshank
May 7, 2024The sun-dried tomatoes really make this dish special. I'll definitely be making this again.