Israeli Couscous with Apricots and Cranberries
Israeli Couscous with Apricots and Cranberries offers a gentle nutty base balanced by pops of sweet-tart dried fruit and a lift of fresh ginger and mint. The butter-toasted pearls soak up chicken broth and orange juice for a tender, fragrant bite. Serve it alongside roasted chicken, grilled fish, or lamb for a bright side dish at weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add Israeli couscous and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and toasted, 4 to 5 minutes.
- 2
In a saucepan over medium-high heat, bring chicken broth to a boil. Pour it over the couscous and add orange juice. Stir in apricots, dried cranberries, and ginger, then return to a boil.
- 3
Lower the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the liquid is absorbed, 10 to 11 minutes. Fluff with a fork, garnish with chopped mint, and serve.
- Calories 265.14 kcal Moderate
- Protein 6.58 g Moderate
- Carbs 49.63 g Moderate
- Total Fat 4.23 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 2.23 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 12.5 mg Low Source
- Sodium 220.17 mg Moderate
- Fiber 2.33 g Low Source
- Sugar 15.47 g High
- Added Sugar 0.02 g Low Source
- Calcium 17.51 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.71 mg Low Source
- Potassium 295.5 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 12.47 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 7.81 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.02 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Israeli Couscous with Apricots and Cranberries is an Israeli side dish recipe made with 8 ingredients. It takes about 35 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Butter, Chicken Broth, Couscous, and Dried Apricot. Each serving provides about 265.14 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Israeli Couscous with Apricots and Cranberries?
- It is an Israeli recipe made with 8 ingredients, usually served for side dish.
- What is Israeli Couscous with Apricots and Cranberries made of?
- The main ingredients are Butter, Chicken Broth, Couscous, Dried Apricot, Dried Cranberry. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Israeli Couscous with Apricots and Cranberries?
- About 35 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 265.14 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Israeli Couscous with Apricots and Cranberries easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 3 steps.
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