Description
A quick and flavorful Herbed Couscous recipe that is light, fluffy, and perfect as a side dish or a healthy base for a main course. Made with fragrant couscous, vegetable broth, fresh parsley, and a hint of lemon, this dish is ready in just 15 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or easy entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
Liquids
- 1¼ cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Herbs and Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the broth: In a small saucepan, bring 1¼ cups of vegetable broth to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Add couscous: Once the broth is boiling, remove it from heat. Stir in 1 cup couscous, then cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid.
- Let couscous steam: Allow the couscous to steam and absorb the liquid for about 5 minutes, until all the broth is absorbed and the couscous is tender.
- Fluff couscous: Using a fork, gently fluff the couscous to separate the grains and prevent clumping.
- Add flavorings: Stir in 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Mix well to combine all the flavors evenly throughout the couscous.
- Serve: Serve the herbed couscous warm as a side dish to your favorite protein or vegetable entree.
Notes
- Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian and vegan-friendly dish; chicken broth can be substituted for extra flavor.
- Feel free to add other fresh herbs like mint or cilantro for variation.
- To add extra texture, toss in toasted pine nuts or slivered almonds.
- The lemon juice adds brightness—adjust the amount to taste.
- Ensure couscous is fully covered with broth to cook evenly.
