Couscous with Orange and Almonds
Couscous with Orange and Almonds might be just the side dish you are searching for. This recipe serves 4. One serving contains 497 calories, 13g of protein, and 15g of fat. This recipe covers 18% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. Head to the store and pick up pepper, mint leaves, radicchio, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 20 minutes. It is a good option if you're following a vegan diet.
Instructions
Put the couscous in a large bowl, add the 2 cups boiling water, 1 teaspoon salt and orange zest, then cover and let steam for 5 minutes.
Remove the cover and fluff with a fork.
Whisk together the orange juice, vinegar and olive oil in a small bowl.
Add half of the dressing to the couscous along with the onion, orange, mint and parsley and gently combine with a fork.
Put the radicchio in a bowl, add the remaining dressing and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Transfer the couscous to a large platter, top with the radicchio and garnish with slivered almonds.