Fruit and Almond Couscous

Infused with the warm, aromatic spices of cinnamon and cumin, this Fruit and Almond Couscous is a delightfully versatile dish that combines fluffy couscous with sweet dried apricots, plump raisins, and nutty toasted almonds. A tangy-sweet dressing made with lemon juice, honey, and olive oil enhances the vibrant flavors, while fresh parsley adds a bright, herbaceous touch. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect as a light side dish, a wholesome lunch, or even a refreshing picnic option. Serve it warm, chilled, or at room temperature for a healthy and flavorful addition to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup couscous
• 1 cup water
• 0.25 cup dried apricots
• 0.25 cup raisins
• 0.25 cup sliced almonds
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Dice the dried apricots into small pieces and set them aside with the raisins.

Step 2

Bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Once boiling, remove from heat, stir in the couscous, cover with a lid, and let it sit for 5 minutes.

Step 3

While the couscous is resting, toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Be sure to stir frequently to prevent burning.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, ground cinnamon, ground cumin, and salt to make the dressing.

Step 5

Fluff the cooked couscous with a fork, breaking up any clumps.

Step 6

Add the diced dried apricots, raisins, toasted almonds, and chopped fresh parsley to the couscous. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the couscous mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or a drizzle of honey for sweetness if desired.

Step 9

Serve the Fruit and Almond Couscous warm, at room temperature, or chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	350.6 grams (350.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	381

Total Fat 28.50g	37%
Saturated Fat 4.40g	22%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 606mg	26%
Total Carbohydrate 33.90g	12%
Dietary Fiber 2.70g	10%
Total Sugars 26.60g
Protein 1.40g	3%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 62mg	5%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 345mg	7%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.5%

Protein: 1.4%

Carbs: 34.1%