Couscous With Currants Recipe

This vibrant couscous recipe bursts with Mediterranean flavors! Sweet currants mingle with savory chickpeas, fresh herbs, and zesty lemon for a quick and incredibly satisfying meal. Ready in just 17 minutes, it's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a light lunch.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 17 mins
Calories 217.7 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating 4.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Couscous With Currants

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How to Make Couscous With Currants

  1. Bring 1 cup of broth to a boil in a saucepan. Stir in 1 cup of couscous, cover, and remove from heat.
  2. Let stand for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  3. While the couscous rests, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add 2 thinly sliced green onions and 2 minced cloves of garlic. Cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
  5. Add the cooked couscous, 1 diced medium tomato, 1/2 cup rinsed and drained chickpeas, 1/4 cup currants, and 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin to the skillet. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

30g

Fat

2g

Carbs

13g