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Lemon-Herb Couscous

Toasted couscous steamed with broth and butter, then brightened with lemon zest, lemon juice, and fresh herbs for a light, fluffy side dish.

Mediterranean side dish weeknight stovetop
Cook 7 min
Total 7 min
Servings 4
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup
    couscous
  • 1.25 cup
    chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp
    butter or olive oil
  • 1
    lemon , zested
  • 2 tbsp
    lemon juice , freshly squeezed
  • 2 tbsp
    fresh herbs , chopped (parsley, dill, or mint)
  • salt , to taste
  • pepper , to taste

Instructions

7 steps
  1. 1

    Toast the couscous in a dry pan over medium heat for about 2 minutes, stirring gently, until fragrant and slightly golden.

    ⏱ 2 min
  2. 2

    Remove the pan from heat and add the butter or olive oil.

  3. 3

    Carefully pour in the hot broth and stir once.

  4. 4

    Cover tightly and let sit for 5 minutes without peeking.

    ⏱ 5 min
  5. 5

    Fluff the couscous with a fork.

  6. 6

    Fold in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and fresh herbs.

  7. 7

    Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more lemon or herbs as desired.

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