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Couscous with olives and pine nuts

143 reviews

The best kind of recipe: ready in 5 minutes, and everything you need is already in your pantry.

Victoire
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Prep Time

8 minutesPrep time

Calories

504 cal.Per serving

Ingredients

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Utensils

Stovetop, Frying pan, Kettle

recipe

Couscous

Step 1

Add the couscous to a bowl. Pour ⅓ cup of boiling water (per portion) on top of the couscous. Cover and allow to fluff for 5 minutes.

Pine nuts

Step 2

Toast the pine nuts in a frying pan on high heat until they turn golden brown. Stir frequently to avoid burning!

Green olives

Step 3

Remove the olive pits (if they aren't already pitted) and cut into slices.

Lemon

Step 4

To make the dressing, mix together the lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of olive oil (per portion), salt & pepper in a small bowl.

Cilantro (fresh)

Step 5

Fluff the couscous using a fork. Add it into a large bowl with the olives, toasted pine nuts, cilantro & some lemon zest for an extra lemony flavor (optional)* Toss with the dressing. Enjoy ! *Check out our tips for this step

😋 Gourmet tipMarcy

For a truly flavoursome dish, we suggest adding a boost of protein like shrimp, chicken, or tofu & serving the dish with a lemon & yogurt sauce.

- Marcy, Food Editor

Personal notes

Add your own flavor!


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Nutrition facts

Average estimated amount for one serving

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Energy504 cal.
Fat26 g
Carbohydrates57 g
Protein11 g
Fiber4 g

Values are based on an average estimate for one serving. All nutrition information presented on Jow is intended for informational purposes only. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please consult with a health-care professional.

On average, one serving of the recipe "Couscous with olives and pine nuts" contains 504 Energy, 26 g of Fat, 57 g of Carbohydrates, 11 g of Protein, 4 g of Fiber.

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