Honey Dijon Almond Couscous Recipe

Name: Honey Dijon Almond Couscous
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Couscous; 1/2 cup Fisher Chef's Naturals Sliced Almonds, toasted; 1 1/2 cups water; 1 cup uncooked israeli couscous; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 cup diced red onion; 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper; 1/4 cup diced carrot; 1/4 cup raisins; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; salt & fresh ground pepper (optional); Glaze; 3 tablespoons honey; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest

Servings: persons

Couscous
1/2 cup Fisher Chef's Naturals Sliced Almonds, toasted
1 1/2 cups water
1 cup uncooked israeli couscous
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup diced carrot
1/4 cup raisins
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
salt & fresh ground pepper (optional)
Glaze
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest

1
For glaze, combine honey, mustard and lemon zest in small bowl; mix well. Set aside.
2
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F Spread almonds in one layer on ungreased shallow baking pan. Bake for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden. Set aside.
3
For couscous, bring water to boil in medium saucepan. Cook couscous according to package directions; remove from heat; fluff with a fork. Set aside.
4
In large skillet heat oil; saute onion, bell pepper and carrots until softened. Add couscous, raisins, toasted almonds, turmeric and cinnamon; stir well to combine. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
5
To serve, lightly drizzle glaze over couscous servings.

235

kcal

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Couscous, 1/2 cup Fisher Chef's Naturals Sliced Almonds, toasted, 1 1/2 cups water, 1 cup uncooked israeli couscous, and more.

Yes, Honey Dijon Almond Couscous 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.

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Honey Dijon Almond Couscous

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Variations & substitutions

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