Pressure Cooker Garlicky Mushroom Pearl Couscous
Tender pearls of couscous soak up rich garlic notes while portobello mushrooms add an earthy depth and meaty bite. This comforting side has a buttery finish and a gently savory aroma that complements roasted meats or grilled vegetables. Serve Pressure Cooker Garlicky Mushroom Pearl Couscous for weeknight dinners or as an elegant accompaniment to a larger spread.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Pressure Cooker Garlicky Mushroom Pearl Couscous, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 11 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 56 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 56
- Heart Health
- 51
- Metabolic
- 41
- Digestive
- 27
- Inflammatory
- 27
- Performance
- 38
- General Wellness
- 1
Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot) and choose the Saute setting. Melt the butter and add the garlic. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the water, couscous, and garlic base, then stir to mix. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure per the manufacturer's directions; set the timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build.
- 2
Carefully release the pressure using the quick-release method per the manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Fluff the couscous with a fork and add the sliced mushrooms. Choose the Saute setting and quickly stir the couscous for 3 to 5 minutes. Aim to warm the mushrooms without softening them.
- Calories 253.89 kcal Moderate 13%
- Protein 7.56 g Moderate 15%
- Carbohydrate 46.08 g 17%
- Total Fat 3.87 g Low Source 5%
- Saturated Fat 2.11 g Moderate 11%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 8.78 mg Low Source 3%
- Sodium 108.77 mg Low Source 5%
- Dietary Fiber 5.77 g Good Source 21%
- Total Sugars 4.4 g --
- Added Sugars 3.11 g Moderate 6%
- Calcium 17.68 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 1.09 mg Low Source 6%
- Potassium 107.76 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 20.9 mcg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin C 1.16 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Pressure Cooker Garlicky Mushroom Pearl Couscous is made with 6 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 25 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Butter, Minced Garlic, Pearl Couscous, and Roasted Garlic Base. Each serving provides about 253.89 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pressure Cooker Garlicky Mushroom Pearl Couscous made of?
- The main ingredients are Butter, Minced Garlic, Pearl Couscous, Roasted Garlic Base, Sliced Portobello Mushrooms. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Pressure Cooker Garlicky Mushroom Pearl Couscous?
- About 25 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 253.89 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pressure Cooker Garlicky Mushroom Pearl Couscous easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Pressure Cooker Garlicky Mushroom Pearl Couscous healthy?
- Pressure Cooker Garlicky Mushroom Pearl Couscous has an easyChef Pro health score of 45/100. Per serving, it provides 253.89 calories and 7.56 g of protein, or 15% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 2.11 g (11% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 3.11 g (6% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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