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blue bowl with cooked couscous with tomatoes and garlic.

What Does Couscous Taste Like?

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Couscous is fluffy grain-like pasta made from semolina and can be enjoyed as part of both savory and sweet dishes. But what does couscous taste like? Read on to find out!
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Calories 898 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup couscous
  • herbs and vegetables

Instructions
 

  • Begin by bringing two cups of water to a boil in a large pot.
  • Add 1 teaspoon of salt and 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the boiling water, stirring until combined.
  • Pour one cup of couscous into the boiling water, stirring gently as it cooks for about five minutes or until it is soft and fluffy.
  • Once the couscous is cooked, remove from heat and fluff with a fork to separate the grains.
  • Serve hot, garnished with your favorite herbs or vegetables for added flavor. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 898kcalCarbohydrates: 134gProtein: 22gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 21gSodium: 2367mgPotassium: 288mgFiber: 9gCalcium: 57mgIron: 2mg
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