Orange Cranberry Couscous

Brighten up your table with this Orange Cranberry Couscous, a vibrant and flavorful dish that’s ready in just 15 minutes! Featuring fluffy couscous infused with the zesty sweetness of orange juice and studded with tangy dried cranberries, this recipe is a perfect balance of sweet and savory. Orange zest and fresh parsley create a refreshing burst of flavor, while optional sliced almonds add a satisfying crunch. Simple yet elegant, this dish is perfect as a side for holiday feasts or as a light main course. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a versatile addition to your mealtime repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup couscous
• 1 cup water
• 0.5 cup orange juice
• 0.5 cup dried cranberries
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 cup sliced almonds (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, bring the water, orange juice, olive oil, and salt to a boil over medium heat.

Step 2

Once the liquid comes to a boil, remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the couscous and dried cranberries.

Step 3

Cover the saucepan with a lid and let the couscous sit for 5 minutes to absorb the liquid.

Step 4

After 5 minutes, fluff the couscous gently with a fork to separate the grains.

Step 5

Stir in the orange zest, fresh parsley, and sliced almonds (if using) for added texture and flavor.

Step 6

Transfer the Orange Cranberry Couscous to a serving dish and garnish with additional parsley or orange zest if desired.

Step 7

Serve warm or at room temperature as a side dish or light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	645.1 grams (645.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	756

Total Fat 28.80g	37%
Saturated Fat 3.20g	16%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 929mg	40%
Total Carbohydrate 110.30g	40%
Dietary Fiber 11.20g	40%
Total Sugars 58.60g
Protein 13.40g	27%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 141mg	11%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 637mg	14%

*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: 34.4%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 58.5%