Fruited Couscous

5 min

15 min

20 min

A delightful blend of fluffy couscous with a medley of fruits, offering a refreshing and vibrant side dish bursting with flavors.

1

Combine juice, olive oil, cinnamon, coriander, salt and, if desired, cayenne pepper in 1-1/2-quart saucepan; mix well. Stir in fruit. Cover and bring to a boil.
2

Stir in couscous. Cover and remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes.
3

Gently fluff couscous with fork. Sprinkle with almonds, if desired. Serve immediately.

Couscous may be prepared in the microwave oven. Combine orange juice, olive oil, cinnamon, coriander and cayenne pepper in 1-1/2-quart microwaveable casserole with lid; mix well. Stir in fruit. Cover. Microwave on HIGH (100%) until boiling, about 4 minutes. Uncover; stir in couscous. Cover tightly. Let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with fork. Raisins, dried cranberries or any combination of dried fruits, chopped, may be substituted for dried fruit bits.
VARIATION NUTRITION INFORMATION (1/4 of recipe with almonds): Calories 240, Calories From Fat 60, Total Fat 6g, Saturated Fat 0.5g, Cholesterol 0mg, Sodium 160mg, Total Carbohydrates 44g, Dietary Fiber 4g, Sugars 12g, Protein 7g, Vitamin C 16% DV.