The fastest Moroccan-inspired side there is. Fine couscous steeps in hot stock, then gets fluffed with lemon, olive oil and a mountain of fresh herbs.
Recipe: 10-Minute Lemon Herb Couscous
Prep5 min
Cook5 min
Total10 min
Serves4
LevelEasy
Calories~240
Ingredients
- 1 cup (180 g) couscous
- 1 cup boiling vegetable stock
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- ½ cup chopped parsley, mint and cilantro
- ¼ tsp cumin, salt and pepper
- Optional: feta, cherry tomatoes, toasted almonds
Instructions
- Pour boiling stock over couscous with 1 tbsp oil. Cover 5 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork, then add lemon, remaining oil, herbs and cumin.
- Season and add optional toppings. Serve warm or cold.
Tips for success
- Use stock instead of water for much more flavor.
