Orange Scented Couscous Recipe

Brighten your weeknight with this vibrant Orange Scented Couscous recipe, inspired by Bon Appetit (July 2008). This quick and easy dish is bursting with fresh citrus flavor and fluffy couscous – perfect as a side or light main course. Get ready to impress your taste buds in just 20 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 305.2 kcal
Protein 18g
Rating 5.0 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Orange Scented Couscous

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How to Make Orange Scented Couscous

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  2. Stir in 1 cup couscous.
  3. Remove from heat, cover the saucepan tightly, and let stand for 5 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed.
  4. Fluff the couscous with a fork. Stir in additional orange juice, 1 tablespoon at a time, until desired level of moisture and sweetness is reached.
  5. Serve warm. Garnish with extra orange zest (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

2g

Carbs

18g