North South East West Couscous Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful couscous dish bursting with globally-inspired ingredients! This recipe, inspired by a whirlwind of culinary influences, delivers a surprisingly delicious and easy weeknight meal. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a symphony of textures and tastes – you won't believe how simple it is to create such an impressive dish!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 383.3 kcal
Protein 28g
Rating 2.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

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How to Make North South East West Couscous

  1. Bring 1 cup of vegetable broth to a boil in a saucepan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup couscous, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Pour the boiling broth over the couscous mixture, cover, and let stand for 5 minutes.
  4. While the couscous is resting, prepare the vegetables. Finely chop 1/2 cup red onion, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, and 1/2 cup cucumber. Roughly chop 1/2 cup fresh cilantro.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon paprika, and a pinch of cayenne pepper (optional).
  6. Fluff the couscous with a fork and add the chopped vegetables and the prepared dressing. Gently toss to combine.
  7. Serve warm or cold, garnished with additional cilantro and a sprinkle of feta cheese (optional).
  8. Enjoy your culinary adventure!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

29g

Fat

7g

Carbs

21g