Basil Couscous With Red Pepper And Sunflower Seeds

Name: Basil Couscous With Red Pepper And Sunflower Seeds Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cup Fast-cooking couscous; 2 cup Boiling water; 2 pcs Cuups lightly packed fresh bsil leaves; 1 1/2 cups. Lightly packed parsley leaves; 1/4 cup Chicken stock; 8 pcs Cloves garlic, peeled; 3 Tbsp. Virgin extra virgin olive oil; 1 tsp Salt; 1/4 tsp Pepper; 1 med Red bell pepper, halved, cored, seeded & minced; 1/3 cup Toasted sunflower seeds

Servings: persons

2 cup Fast-cooking couscous
2 cup Boiling water
2 pcs Cuups lightly packed fresh bsil leaves
1 1/2 cups. Lightly packed parsley leaves
1/4 cup Chicken stock
8 pcs Cloves garlic, peeled
3 Tbsp. Virgin extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Pepper
1 med Red bell pepper, halved, cored, seeded & minced
1/3 cup Toasted sunflower seeds

1
Place couscous in heat resistant bowl and pour the 2 c. water over it.
2
Mix well, cover the boil with a lid and let it stand for a minimum of 10 min.
3
Meanwhile, bring about 4 c. of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
4
Blanch the basil and parsley by dropping them into the boiling water for 10-15 seconds.
5
Drain the herbs well and place in the bowl of a food processor.
6
Add in the broth and garlic; process till smooth.
7
Add in the boil, salt and pepper; process just till incorporated.
8
Fluff couscous with a fork to separtate the grains.
9
Transfer to a large serving bowl.
10
Add in herb mix and combine it well with the couscous.
11
Sprinkle on red peppers and sunflower seeds and toss well.
12
NOTES : Jacques Pepin's Simple and Healthy Cooking

1640

kcal

Calories

143

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cup Fast-cooking couscous, 2 cup Boiling water, 2 pcs Cuups lightly packed fresh bsil leaves, 1 1/2 cups. Lightly packed parsley leaves, and more.

Yes, Basil Couscous With Red Pepper And Sunflower Seeds Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Basil Couscous With Red Pepper And Sunflower Seeds Recipe

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