Baked Couscous Pilaf Recipe

This incredibly easy baked couscous pilaf is the perfect vegetarian side dish or a satisfying light dinner! A fantastic way to use up leftover roasted carrots and nuts, this recipe is bursting with flavor and ready in under an hour. Impress your friends and family with this simple yet elegant dish.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 342.9 kcal
Protein 19g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Couscous Pilaf

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How to Make Baked Couscous Pilaf

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup couscous, 1 cup vegetable broth, 1 cup chopped carrots (about 2 medium), 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds work well), 1/4 cup dried cranberries (optional), 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Pour the mixture into a greased 8x8 inch baking dish.
  4. Cover the baking dish tightly with foil.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the couscous is tender and the carrots are cooked through. Remove the foil during the last 5 minutes to allow the top to brown slightly.
  6. Let stand for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork and serving. Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

59g

Fat

6g

Carbs

18g