Lemon, olive and parsley couscous

Transform your meals with our refreshing Lemon, Olive, and Parsley Couscous recipe! This flavorful dish combines fluffy couscous with briny olives, fresh parsley, zesty lemon, and a touch of olive oil, creating a perfect side or light main dish that’s vibrant and healthy. Ready in minutes, it’s a delicious way to elevate your dining experience.

  • 13 May 2024
  • Cook time 0 min
  • Prep time 15 min
  • 4 Servings
  • 6 Ingredients

Lemon, olive and parsley couscous

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Ingredients:

1 cup couscous
230g
1 cup olives
230g
1 cup fresh parsley
60g
1 tbsp olive oil
14g
2 tbsp lemon zest
30g
1/3 cup lemon juice
63g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Couscous:
- Bring 1 cup (240ml) of water to a boil in a medium-sized pot. You can optionally add a pinch of salt for flavor.
- Once boiling, remove the pot from heat and add the couscous. Stir briefly to combine.
- Cover the pot with a lid and let it sit for about 5 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed and the couscous is tender.

2. Fluff the Couscous:
- After the couscous has absorbed all the water, fluff it with a fork to separate the grains.
3. Mix the Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the fluffed couscous, sliced olives, and chopped parsley. Mix gently to ensure even distribution.
4. Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
5. Combine Everything:
- Pour the lemon dressing over the couscous mixture. Toss everything together gently to coat the couscous thoroughly with the dressing.
6. Serve:
- Taste for seasoning and add salt or pepper as needed.
- Transfer to a serving platter or individual bowls.
- Garnish with additional chopped parsley or a sprinkle of lemon zest if desired.
7. Enjoy:
- Serve the Lemon, Olive, and Parsley Couscous immediately as a refreshing side dish or a light meal.

Tips:

- Use high-quality olives to enhance the flavor of the dish. You can choose between green or black olives based on your preference.

- Toast the couscous lightly in olive oil before adding water or broth to give it a deeper, nuttier flavor.

- Allow the couscous to sit covered for a few minutes after cooking to ensure it absorbs all the flavors and becomes fluffy.

- Mix the lemon zest and lemon juice in with the couscous while it's still warm for better absorption of the zesty flavor.

- Garnish with extra fresh parsley and a drizzle of olive oil before serving for added freshness and richness.

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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size160 grams
Energy
Calories 140kcal6%
Protein
Protein 3.17g2%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 18g5%
Fiber 2.27g6%
Sugar 0.60g1%
Fat
Fat 10g12%
Saturated 1.83g6%
Cholesterol 0.00mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 70ug8%
Choline 11mg2%
Vitamin B1 0.05mg5%
Vitamin B2 0.03mg3%
Vitamin B3 0.80mg5%
Vitamin B6 0.06mg3%
Vitamin B9 36ug9%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 27mg30%
Vitamin E 1.16mg8%
Vitamin K 250ug206%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 80mg6%
Copper, Cu 0.19mg0%
Iron, Fe 4.77mg43%
Magnesium, Mg 16mg4%
Phosphorus, P 24mg2%
Potassium, K 140mg4%
Selenium, Se 16ug30%
Sodium, Na 430mg29%
Zinc, Zn 0.44mg4%
Water
Water 120g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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