Orange Cranberry Couscous Like Whole Foods Recipe

Craving that delicious Orange Cranberry Couscous from Whole Foods but don't want to break the bank? This copycat recipe recreates the vibrant flavors and textures in a fraction of the time and cost! We've reverse-engineered the ingredients and adapted the cooking method from a similar Whole Foods Market cookbook recipe for a quick, easy, and budget-friendly meal. Get ready for a burst of citrusy sweetness and satisfying crunch!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 310.1 kcal
Protein 14g
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How to Make Orange Cranberry Couscous Like Whole Foods

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup orange juice, 1/2 cup water, 2 teaspoons olive oil, and 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger to a boil.
  2. Add 1 cup couscous to the boiling liquid. Stir well, cover, and remove from heat. Let stand for 10-15 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed.
  3. While the couscous cooks, combine 1/2 cup dried cranberries, 1/2 cup mandarin orange segments (from about 1 mandarin orange), 1/4 cup slivered almonds, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley in a medium bowl.
  4. Once the couscous is cooked, fluff it with a fork. Add the cranberry-mandarin mixture to the couscous and stir gently to combine.
  5. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

82g

Fat

3g

Carbs

19g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Orange Cranberry Couscous Like Whole Foods?

Orange Cranberry Couscous Like Whole Foods takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Orange Cranberry Couscous Like Whole Foods?

Orange Cranberry Couscous Like Whole Foods has approximately 310.1 calories per serving, with about 14 g protein, 19 g carbohydrates and 8 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Orange Cranberry Couscous Like Whole Foods?

The key ingredients for Orange Cranberry Couscous Like Whole Foods are Couscous, Orange Juice, Water, Olive Oil, Salt, Fresh Ginger. See the full list with measurements above.

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