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Couscous is the sleeper side dish whose time has come! We may think of it like rice, but it's not a grain; couscous is actually a tiny pasta, and it's as versatile as any pasta you know and love. Try couscous in these top-rated recipes, including a mac-and-cheese with couscous, couscous fruit salads, couscous primavera, and much more. These couscous recipes complete dinner in new and exciting ways. Give them a try!
Almond Citrus Couscous
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In this refreshing summer salad, pearl (Israeli) couscous combines with almonds, celery, onion, tomato, and herbs and is tossed with lemon zest and olive oil. "Fantastic! This is such an unexpected, intriguing, and delicious blend of flavors and textures," raves Bethany.
Israeli Couscous and Cheese
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This delicious side combines the best of mac and cheese, couscous, and risotto! You'll want to use Israeli couscous here. "Since Israeli couscous is nothing more than tiny balls of lightly toasted pasta dough, it works well in this macaroni-n-cheese style dish," says Chef John.
Couscous Fruit Salad
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Pearl couscous simmers with dates, raisins, dried cranberries, peanuts, chopped mango, and just enough chopped green onion and garlic to add a slight savory edge. "This recipe is a keeper," says ShakerHeightsgrandma, who rates it 5 stars. "It has a flavorful fruity taste and gives you the fulfillment of a starch. If you're tired of always making rice and potatoes this is a great variation. I served it with salmon and it was perfect."
Greek Chicken Couscous Bowl
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Couscous goes Greek here. This bowl is loaded with couscous, fresh veggies, lemony chicken, and tzatziki sauce! "Can be made ahead of time and re-heated for a healthy work-lunch option too!" says Kim.
Couscous Primavera
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"This is a healthy, delicious, and easy side dish that takes about 10 minutes to make," says Chef John. "I'm borrowing the name from Pasta Primavera which, like this recipe, takes advantage of fresh, seasonal, green produce."
Black Bean and Couscous Salad
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The North African staple gets the American Southwest treatment here with black beans, corn, fresh cilantro, and red bell peppers in a tangy lime and cumin vinaigrette. "This is a great salad for a buffet, with interesting textures and Southwest flavors combined in one delicious salad," says Anonymous. "Leftovers store well refrigerated for several days."
Couscous with Olives and Sun-Dried Tomato
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"A delicate, flavorful dish that will satisfy vegans and carnivores alike," says Erin C. David. "A great alternative during strict fasting times, it contains no animal products but has enough flavor and visual impact to make you feel like you're not sacrificing a thing! Add chicken or prawns to make this vegan dish a carnivorous delight!"
Chicken with Couscous
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"A Mediterranean-flavored chicken and vegetable stew served over couscous," says Julianne Ture. "It's my all-time favorite, and it's delicious!"
Lemon Herb Chicken with Couscous and Cucumber Salad
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"Chicken breasts dressed with lemon and herbs are served with couscous and a bright cucumber feta salad in this weeknight dinner recipe," says Julie Hubert.
Turkey Veggie Meatloaf Cups
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Here the side is incorporated right into the main dish! Use small couscous instead of large pearl couscous for these turkey meatloaf muffins. You'll mix lightly-seasoned ground turkey with couscous, chopped zucchini, and red bell pepper. "I absolutely love this recipe!" raves hnell. "I grated the veggies instead of putting them in the food processor which helped keep any liquid out."
Sweet Chili Lime Chicken with Cilantro Couscous
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Here's another fresh twist on traditional couscous. Cubes of chicken breast meat are simmered in a sweet and spicy lime juice and soy-sauce glaze and served with cilantro couscous. "Delicious," raves Sudie B. "Just the right balance of heat and sweet. The only change I made was to substitute thigh meat for breast meat."
Lemon-Pepper Salmon with Couscous
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"Simple, tasty and fast!" says AMAGICITY. "Salmon is sauteed with all ingredients at once, and served over couscous. Great with a spinach salad."
Quick Moroccan Couscous
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This Moroccan-inspired couscous is a great side dish for grilled or baked chicken. The sweet golden raisins, sun-dried tomatoes, and almonds create a nice balance of sweet and savory. "Quick and easy to make and it was delicious!" raves sam.
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