Orange Nut Couscous

Brighten up your mealtime with this vibrant and flavorful Orange Nut Couscous recipe! Infused with the natural sweetness of orange juice and a hint of zest, this dish is perfectly complemented by the crunch of toasted almonds and pistachios, the tang of dried cranberries, and the warm aroma of ground cinnamon. With a quick 10-minute prep and cook time, this dish is not only a breeze to make but also incredibly versatile—serve it warm or at room temperature as a side dish or a light, wholesome main. Bursting with fresh parsley and citrusy accents, Orange Nut Couscous is a delightful fusion of textures and flavors, ideal for both weeknight dinners and festive gatherings. Keywords: orange nut couscous recipe, citrus couscous, quick side dish, almond pistachio couscous, healthy couscous salad.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Couscous
• 1 cup Orange juice
• 0.5 cup Water
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.25 cup Slivered almonds
• 0.25 cup Chopped pistachios
• 0.3 cup Dried cranberries
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice, water, salt, and olive oil. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Remove the saucepan from heat and quickly stir in the couscous. Cover the saucepan with a lid and let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the couscous to absorb the liquid.

Step 3

While the couscous sits, toast the slivered almonds and chopped pistachios in a small dry skillet over medium heat until they are fragrant and golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Be sure to stir frequently to avoid burning. Set aside to cool.

Step 4

Once the couscous has absorbed all the liquid, fluff it with a fork to break up any clumps.

Step 5

Add the toasted almonds, pistachios, dried cranberries, parsley, orange zest, ground cinnamon, and ground black pepper to the couscous. Gently stir to combine all ingredients evenly.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. You can add a pinch of salt or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.

Step 7

Serve the Orange Nut Couscous warm or at room temperature. Enjoy it as a side dish or on its own!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	676 grams (676.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	938

Total Fat 46.60g	60%
Saturated Fat 5.20g	26%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1512mg	66%
Total Carbohydrate 112.90g	41%
Dietary Fiber 14.40g	51%
Total Sugars 52.40g
Protein 22.60g	45%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 206mg	16%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 1331mg	28%

*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: 43.6%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 47.0%