Couscous with Red Lentils and Easy Preserved Lemons

Name: Couscous with Red Lentils and Easy Preserved Lemons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Water; 1/3 cup sugar; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 1 large lemon, very thinly sliced; 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 cup couscous; 1 cup red lentils; 5 ounces arugula, leaves torn; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup toasted shelled unsalted pistachios, coarsely chopped

Servings: persons

1
In a small saucepan, boil 2 cups of water.
2
Add the sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper; stir until the salt dissolves.
3
Add the lemon slices and cook over moderately high heat until softened, 15 minutes.
4
Transfer the lemon slices to a plate.
5
Boil the liquid until reduced to 1/3 cup, 3 minutes; let cool.
6
Whisk in 1/4 cup of the oil.
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Meanwhile, bring 3/4 cup of water to a boil in a saucepan.
8
Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt and the couscous.
9
Remove the pan from the heat, cover and let stand for 5 minutes.
10
Fluff the couscous with a fork.
11
Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil, add the lentils and cook over moderately high heat until tender but not mushy, 6 minutes.
12
Drain, transfer to a bowl and add the couscous.
13
Stir all but 1 tablespoon of the lemon oil into the couscous and season.
14
Toss the arugula with the lemon juice and remaining olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
15
Transfer the arugula to plates, mound the couscous on top and drizzle with the remaining lemon oil.
16
Top with the lemon slices and pistachios.

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Water, 1/3 cup sugar, Salt and freshly ground pepper, 1 large lemon, very thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Couscous with Red Lentils and Easy Preserved Lemons falls under the General 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!