citrus couscous
Lemon Couscous is a quick and flavorful side dish with bright citrus notes that perfectly complement any main course.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1.5 tsp minced garlic about 1 large clove
- 1.25 cups low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- salt to taste
- 2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley optional, or more to taste
- 1 cup couscous not pearl couscous
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 20 seconds. Avoid browning.
- Remove from heat and pour in chicken broth, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Season with salt to taste. Place over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
- Pour in couscous, stir, then remove from heat and immediately cover with a lid. Let rest off heat for 4 to 5 minutes.
- Add chopped parsley and fluff couscous with a fork. Drizzle a little more olive oil or broth if desired and serve warm.
Notes
This simple couscous recipe is versatile and ready in minutes, making it a perfect citrus-flavored side dish for any meal.