COUSCOUS WITH WALNUTS AND DRIED FRUIT
Transport your taste buds to the sunny Mediterranean with our Couscous with Walnuts and Dried Fruit recipe. This dish is a vibrant fusion of flavors and textures that'll make your taste buds dance. Let's embark on this culinary adventure!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups whole wheat couscous
- 3 tablespoons dried cranberries
- 3 tablespoons dried apricots, chopped
- 3 tablespoons chopped walnuts
- 2 tablespoons cilantro or parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Servings: 6
- Calories: 221
- Total Fat: 7.8g (12% DV)
- Saturated Fat: 1g (5% DV)
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Sodium: 3mg (0% DV)
- Total Carbohydrate: 34.6g (11% DV)
- Dietary Fiber: 4.9g (19% DV)
- Sugars: 5g
- Protein: 6.4g
Instructions:
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Let's start by bringing some excitement to your kitchen. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 1/2 cups of water to a boil. Add a dash of Mediterranean magic, also known as 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and drop in a chicken or vegetable bouillon cube. Watch the flavors come alive!
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Once your water has reached its boiling point, remove it from the heat and stir in the couscous. Cover the saucepan and let it stand for about 5 minutes. We're letting the couscous soak up all those savory flavors.
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Time to add the stars of the show! Sprinkle in those dried cranberries, chopped dried apricots, and those delightful chopped walnuts. They're going to add a symphony of textures and tastes to your couscous.
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For the final touch, sprinkle in the fresh herbs – cilantro or parsley – whichever you prefer. They'll bring that essential burst of freshness to this dish.
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Drizzle an additional 2 tablespoons of olive oil over your couscous and give it all a gentle toss to ensure every grain is coated in the delicious Mediterranean goodness.
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Now, your Couscous with Walnuts and Dried Fruit is ready to dazzle your taste buds. Serve it up as a wholesome side dish or a light meal. It's a journey to the Mediterranean on your plate!
Notes:
Feel free to customize this dish with your favorite nuts or dried fruits. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice for an extra zesty kick. This couscous is a versatile canvas for your culinary creativity, so let your taste buds be your guide!
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